State guide
Federal Apostille Services in Georgia
How Georgia residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from Georgia state documents handled by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA).
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in Georgia — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from Georgia residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. Georgia state documents go to the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) in Atlanta.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from Georgia are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA).
- Georgia state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA). We don’t provide state-level apostilles.
- Through us: $299 all-in for Hague countries (10–12 business days) or $399 with embassy legalization for non-Hague countries (15–17 business days).
- Do it yourself: Form DS-4194 and a $20 fee per document — processed within 5 weeks by mail, or 7 business days if you drop it off in Washington, D.C.
- State apostille office
- Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA)
- Located in
- Atlanta
- Federal court districts
- 3
- Our office
- Atlanta
Federal or Georgia document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| Georgia Bureau of Investigation check | Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| Georgia birth, death or marriage certificate | Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) |
| Document notarized in Georgia | Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| Georgia state court record | Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) |
Federal courts in Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
City guides: Atlanta · Savannah
How we serve Georgia
We have a processing office in Georgia: Atlanta. It handles orders by phone and online and isn’t open to the public, so documents come to us by mail — the fastest route to Washington. We cover Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, Columbus and every other part of Georgia.
Pricing is flat: $299 per document for Hague countries (10–12 business days) and $399 for non-Hague countries including embassy legalization (15–17 business days), government fees included.
Official sources: Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) — Apostilles & Authentications · U.S. Department of State — Authenticate Your Document · HCCH — Apostille Convention status table (Hague countries) · NASS — State Apostille Offices.
Documents for Georgia residents
Pick your document for the exact route from Georgia:
Where are Georgia state documents apostilled?
Georgia-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in Georgia — are apostilled by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA), not by the U.S. Department of State. We don’t provide state-level apostilles, so request it directly from the office below. If it is going to a non-Hague country, get the Georgia authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) |
|---|---|
| In person | 1875 Century Blvd., Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30345 No appointment needed; usually under 20 minutes |
| Mailing address | Attn: Notary Division, 1875 Century Blvd., Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30345 |
| Phone | 404-327-6023 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:00 PM |
| State fee per apostille | $3 |
| Processing time (published) | Mail normally 1–2 business days |
Source: Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) — official apostille page (checked October 2026). Fees, hours and appointment rules change — confirm with the office before you send anything.
How long does a federal apostille take from Georgia?
The U.S. Department of State is the only office that issues a federal apostille. Mailed in yourself, it is processed within 5 weeks of receipt; dropped off in person in Washington, D.C., within 7 business days. Through us it takes 10–12 business days, or 15–17 business days for a non-Hague country that also needs embassy legalization.
| Route | How | Processing time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mail it yourself | Form DS-4194 + check to the Office of Authentications, Sterling, VA | Within 5 weeks of receipt | $20 per document + shipping |
| Drop it off yourself | 600 19th Street NW, Washington, D.C. — Mon–Thu, 7:30–9:00 AM, no appointment | Within 7 business days | $20 per document + travel |
| Emergency appointment | Only for a life-or-death family emergency with travel within 2 weeks | Same day | $20 per document |
| Through Federal Apostille USA | We review it, drop it off in D.C. and return it to you with tracking | 10–12 business days total | $299 all-in ($399 non-Hague) |
What does a federal apostille cost from Georgia?
The government fee is $20 per document, paid with Form DS-4194. Our all-in price is $299 per document, covering the government fee, review, D.C. drop-off and U.S. return shipping; non-Hague destinations are $399 with embassy legalization.
Government figures: U.S. Department of State — Request Authentication Services (checked October 2026).
Georgia — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in Georgia?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) handles only Georgia state documents.
Who issues apostilles for Georgia state documents?
The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) in Atlanta.
Which federal courts are in Georgia?
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia; U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia; U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia.
Do I need to visit an office in Georgia?
No. We work with Georgia clients by mail and handle the Washington submission for you.
How much does a federal apostille cost?
$299 per document for Hague Convention countries and $399 for non-Hague countries including embassy legalization, with government fees and U.S. shipping included.
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