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 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

Apostille/Authentication Forms

Form Number
Description
2101
Payment Form - Form for use in transmitting client account payment information when filing documents by facsimile. (Word, PDF)
2102
Request for Official Certificate or Apostille - NOT for use in proceedings relating to the adoption of one or more children. (Word, PDF)
2102-S
Solicitud de Certificados Oficiales o Apostillas - NO valido para tramites de adopción de uno o mas niños. (Word, PDF)
2103
Adoption Proceedings - Request for Official Certificate or Apostille - for use in proceedings relating to the adoption of one or more children. (Word, PDF)
2103-S
Tramites de Adopción - Solicitud de Certificados Oficiales o Apostillas - para uso en tramites relacionados a la adopción de uno o mas niños. (Word, PDF)