State guide
Federal Apostille Services in New Hampshire
How New Hampshire residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from New Hampshire state documents handled by the New Hampshire Secretary of State.
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in New Hampshire — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from New Hampshire residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. New Hampshire state documents go to the New Hampshire Secretary of State in Concord.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from New Hampshire are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the New Hampshire Secretary of State.
- New Hampshire state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the New Hampshire 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
- New Hampshire Secretary of State
- Located in
- Concord
- Federal court districts
- 1
- Our office
- By mail via Washington, D.C.
Federal or New Hampshire document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| New Hampshire state police check | New Hampshire Secretary of State |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| New Hampshire birth, death or marriage certificate | New Hampshire Secretary of State |
| Document notarized in New Hampshire | New Hampshire Secretary of State |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| New Hampshire state court record | New Hampshire Secretary of State |
Federal courts in New Hampshire
- U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire
How we serve New Hampshire
We serve New Hampshire by mail from our Washington, D.C. headquarters, close to the Office of Authentications; our nearest office to New Hampshire is Boston. There’s no need to visit an office in person. We cover Manchester, Nashua, Concord and every other part of New Hampshire.
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: New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire residents
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Where are New Hampshire state documents apostilled?
New Hampshire-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in New Hampshire — are apostilled by the New Hampshire Secretary of State's Office, 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 New Hampshire authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | New Hampshire Secretary of State's Office |
|---|---|
| In person | Room 204, State House, 107 North Main Street, Concord, NH 03301 |
| Mailing address | Room 204, 107 North Main Street, Concord, NH 03301 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:15 PM |
| State fee per apostille | $10 |
Source: New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
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 New Hampshire?
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).
New Hampshire — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in New Hampshire?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The New Hampshire Secretary of State handles only New Hampshire state documents.
Who issues apostilles for New Hampshire state documents?
The New Hampshire Secretary of State in Concord.
Which federal courts are in New Hampshire?
U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire.
Do I need to visit an office in New Hampshire?
No. We work with New Hampshire 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.
Ready to start?
Order online in minutes, or call and we will walk you through it. Federal documents from anywhere in the U.S. — one flat price, all government fees included.