Maintenance Notice: Access to various applications including UCC, Notary and the Texas Register will be unavailable Saturday, May 30, from 6:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE HAVE MOVED TO 400 W. 15TH STREET. PARKING DETAILS AND MORE INFORMATION
Apostille/Authentication services now available by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Walk-in service available Mondays and Fridays. More Information
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Notary & Authentication Services

Lobby hours for in-person service are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Effective May 15, 2024, walk-in customers will be limited to 10 apostille transactions per person.
If you have more than 10 requests, you may place them in our drop box for a 24-48 hour turnaround.

Current Processing Times
Apostille/Authentications – We are currently processing mailed documents received August 25, 2025.
Notary - We are currently processing SOS Notary Portal applications received September 26, 2025.