State guide
Federal Apostille Services in Idaho
How Idaho residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from Idaho state documents handled by the Idaho Secretary of State.
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in Idaho — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from Idaho residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. Idaho state documents go to the Idaho Secretary of State in Boise.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from Idaho are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the Idaho Secretary of State.
- Idaho state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the Idaho Secretary of State. 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
- Idaho Secretary of State
- Located in
- Boise
- Federal court districts
- 1
- Our office
- By mail via Washington, D.C.
Federal or Idaho document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| Idaho state police check | Idaho Secretary of State |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| Idaho birth, death or marriage certificate | Idaho Secretary of State |
| Document notarized in Idaho | Idaho Secretary of State |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| Idaho state court record | Idaho Secretary of State |
Federal courts in Idaho
- U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho
How we serve Idaho
We serve Idaho by mail from our Washington, D.C. headquarters, close to the Office of Authentications; our nearest office to Idaho is Portland. There’s no need to visit an office in person. We cover Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Idaho Falls and every other part of Idaho.
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: Idaho Secretary of State — Apostilles & Authentications · U.S. Department of State — Authenticate Your Document · HCCH — Apostille Convention status table (Hague countries) · NASS — State Apostille Offices.
Documents for Idaho residents
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Where are Idaho state documents apostilled?
Idaho-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in Idaho — are apostilled by the Idaho Secretary of State, Notary Department, 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 Idaho authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | Idaho Secretary of State, Notary Department |
|---|---|
| In person | 450 N. 4th Street, Boise, ID 83702 By appointment only |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0080 |
| Phone | (208) 334-2301 |
| Hours | Appointments Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 2:00–4:00 PM |
| State fee per apostille | $10 |
| Processing time (published) | Processed daily as received |
Source: Idaho Secretary of State — 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 Idaho?
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 Idaho?
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).
Idaho — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in Idaho?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The Idaho Secretary of State handles only Idaho state documents.
Who issues apostilles for Idaho state documents?
The Idaho Secretary of State in Boise.
Which federal courts are in Idaho?
U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho.
Do I need to visit an office in Idaho?
No. We work with Idaho 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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