State guide
Federal Apostille Services in New Jersey
How New Jersey residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from New Jersey state documents handled by the New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in New Jersey — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from New Jersey residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. New Jersey state documents go to the New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services in Trenton.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from New Jersey are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services.
- New Jersey state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services. 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 Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services
- Located in
- Trenton
- Federal court districts
- 1
- Our office
- By mail via Washington, D.C.
Federal or New Jersey document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| New Jersey State Police check | New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| New Jersey birth, death or marriage certificate | New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services |
| Document notarized in New Jersey | New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| New Jersey state court record | New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services |
Federal courts in New Jersey
- U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
City guides: Newark · Jersey City
How we serve New Jersey
We serve New Jersey by mail from our Washington, D.C. headquarters, close to the Office of Authentications. There’s no need to visit an office in person. We cover Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Trenton and every other part of New Jersey.
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 Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services — Apostilles & Authentications · U.S. Department of State — Authenticate Your Document · HCCH — Apostille Convention status table (Hague countries) · NASS — State Apostille Offices.
Documents for New Jersey residents
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Where are New Jersey state documents apostilled?
New Jersey-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in New Jersey — are apostilled by the New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services, 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 Jersey authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services |
|---|---|
| State fee per apostille | $25 |
Source: New Jersey Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services — official apostille page (checked October 2026). Check current fees, hours and addresses on the official page before you send anything.
How long does a federal apostille take from New Jersey?
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 Jersey?
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 Jersey — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in New Jersey?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services handles only New Jersey state documents.
Who issues apostilles for New Jersey state documents?
The New Jersey Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services in Trenton.
Which federal courts are in New Jersey?
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
Do I need to visit an office in New Jersey?
No. We work with New Jersey 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.