THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE WILL BE CLOSED DECEMBER 24-26 AND JANUARY 1 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAYS.
Beginning January 12, 2026, in-person services for the Office of the Texas Secretary of State will move to 400 W. 15th Street. More Information
As of Nov. 10, lobby hours for in-person business are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Apostille/Authentication services now available by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Walk-in service available Mondays and Fridays. More Information

Statutorily Authorized SOSDirect Fee

Sec. 405.018.  COMPUTER INFORMATION. (a)  The secretary of state may establish a system to provide access by electronic data transmittal processes to information that is stored in state computer record banks maintained by the secretary of state;

(d)  The secretary of state shall set and charge a fee for access to information under Subsection (a) in an amount reasonable and necessary to cover the costs of establishing and administering the system