State guide
Federal Apostille Services in Vermont
How Vermont residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from Vermont state documents handled by the Vermont Secretary of State.
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in Vermont — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from Vermont residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. Vermont state documents go to the Vermont Secretary of State in Montpelier.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from Vermont are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the Vermont Secretary of State.
- Vermont state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the Vermont 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
- Vermont Secretary of State
- Located in
- Montpelier
- Federal court districts
- 1
- Our office
- By mail via Washington, D.C.
Federal or Vermont document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| Vermont state police check | Vermont Secretary of State |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| Vermont birth, death or marriage certificate | Vermont Secretary of State |
| Document notarized in Vermont | Vermont Secretary of State |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| Vermont state court record | Vermont Secretary of State |
Federal courts in Vermont
- U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont
How we serve Vermont
We serve Vermont by mail from our Washington, D.C. headquarters, close to the Office of Authentications; our nearest office to Vermont is Boston. There’s no need to visit an office in person. We cover Burlington, South Burlington, Montpelier and every other part of Vermont.
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: Vermont 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 Vermont residents
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Where are Vermont state documents apostilled?
Vermont-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in Vermont — are apostilled by the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (Secretary of State), 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 Vermont authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (Secretary of State) |
|---|---|
| In person | Mail service; drop box at the building |
| Mailing address | 1078 U.S. Route 2 – Middlesex, Montpelier, VT 05633-7701 |
| Phone | 802-828-3700 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| State fee per apostille | $10 |
Source: Vermont 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 Vermont?
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 Vermont?
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).
Vermont — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in Vermont?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The Vermont Secretary of State handles only Vermont state documents.
Who issues apostilles for Vermont state documents?
The Vermont Secretary of State in Montpelier.
Which federal courts are in Vermont?
U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont.
Do I need to visit an office in Vermont?
No. We work with Vermont 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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