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IN-PERSON SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE HAVE MOVED TO 400 W. 15TH STREET. PARKING DETAILS AND MORE INFORMATION

Notary & Authentication Services

Lobby hours for in-person service are 8:00 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 72 hour turnaround.