State guide
Federal Apostille Services in Wyoming
How Wyoming residents get federal documents apostilled — and how that differs from Wyoming state documents handled by the Wyoming Secretary of State.
Last reviewed October 25, 2026
Quick answer
There’s no federal apostille counter in Wyoming — or anywhere outside Washington, D.C. Federal documents from Wyoming residents are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State. Wyoming state documents go to the Wyoming Secretary of State in Cheyenne.
Key takeaways
- Federal documents from Wyoming are apostilled only by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — not by the Wyoming Secretary of State.
- Wyoming state documents (birth, marriage, state court, notarized) go to the Wyoming 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
- Wyoming Secretary of State
- Located in
- Cheyenne
- Federal court districts
- 1
- Our office
- By mail via Washington, D.C.
Federal or Wyoming document?
| Document | Apostille from |
|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State |
| Wyoming state police check | Wyoming Secretary of State |
| Naturalization / citizenship certificate | U.S. Department of State |
| Wyoming birth, death or marriage certificate | Wyoming Secretary of State |
| Document notarized in Wyoming | Wyoming Secretary of State |
| Federal court record | U.S. Department of State |
| Wyoming state court record | Wyoming Secretary of State |
Federal courts in Wyoming
- U.S. District Court for the District of Wyoming
How we serve Wyoming
We serve Wyoming by mail from our Washington, D.C. headquarters, close to the Office of Authentications; our nearest office to Wyoming is Denver. There’s no need to visit an office in person. We cover Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie and every other part of Wyoming.
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: Wyoming 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 Wyoming residents
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Where are Wyoming state documents apostilled?
Wyoming-issued documents — birth, marriage and death certificates, state court records, and anything notarized in Wyoming — are apostilled by the Wyoming 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 Wyoming authentication first; we then handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for $399.
| Office | Wyoming Secretary of State |
|---|---|
| In person | Herschler Building East, 122 W 25th St, Suites 100 & 101, Cheyenne, WY 82002 In person by appointment only |
| Phone | 307-777-7370 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| State fee per apostille | $20 |
Source: Wyoming 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 Wyoming?
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 Wyoming?
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).
Wyoming — FAQ
Is there a federal apostille office in Wyoming?
No. Every U.S. federal document is authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. The Wyoming Secretary of State handles only Wyoming state documents.
Who issues apostilles for Wyoming state documents?
The Wyoming Secretary of State in Cheyenne.
Which federal courts are in Wyoming?
U.S. District Court for the District of Wyoming.
Do I need to visit an office in Wyoming?
No. We work with Wyoming 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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