APOSTILLE & AUTHENTICATION SERVICES.
Apostille & Document Authentication Services
Need a document authenticated for use outside the United States? Sign & Close Solutions provides Austin-based apostille and document authentication services, helping manage the process from document review through submission, tracking, and return.
Texas Apostille Service starting at $125
+ $15 Texas Secretary of State fee per document
Priority handling available. Out-of-state apostilles, federal authentication, and non-Hague legalization are available by custom quote.
Local Texas SOS Processing
Austin-based with convenient access to the Texas Secretary of State for efficient document submission and retrieval.
Careful Document Handling
Original and certified documents are handled with attention to security, accuracy, and chain of custody.
Clear Communication
Know where your documents are throughout the process, from initial review through completed return.
SERVICES
One Process. The Right Authentication Path.
Texas Apostilles
Local processing for eligible Texas-issued and Texas-notarized documents.
Out-of-State Apostilles
Coordination with the appropriate state authority for documents issued or notarized outside Texas.
Federal Authentication
Authentication services for eligible documents issued by U.S. federal agencies.
Non-Hague Legalization
Multi-step authentication and embassy or consulate legalization for countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention.
DOCUMENTS WE ASSIST WITH
Common Documents We Handle
Different documents have different authentication requirements. We help review your documents, determine the appropriate authentication path, and manage the process from start to finish.
Vital Records
Birth certificates, marriage records, death certificates, and other eligible certified vital records.
Educational Documents
Diplomas, transcripts, school letters, and other properly prepared educational records.
Notarized Documents
Affidavits, powers of attorney, statements, authorizations, and other properly notarized documents.
Court & Public Records
Eligible certified court records and other documents issued or certified by qualifying public authorities.
Business Documents
Corporate and commercial documents requiring authentication or legalization for international use.
Not Sure About Your Document?
Tell us what you have, where it was issued, and where it will be used. We’ll help identify the appropriate next step.
SIMPLE, START-TO-FINISH SERVICE
How It Works
We simplify document authentication so you don’t have to navigate requirements, government agencies, submission procedures, and retrieval on your own.
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Tell Us About Your Documents
Let us know what you have, where it was issued, where it will be used, and when you need it.
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We Determine the Right Path
We review the document and determine the appropriate state, federal, or international authentication requirements.
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Review Your Quote
You’ll receive clear pricing based on the required process, government fees, shipping, and any additional services.
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We Manage the Process
We coordinate submission, authentication, legalization, and any required partners or government agencies.
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Track & Receive Your Documents
We keep you updated throughout the process and securely return your completed documents.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us about your document. We’ll take it from there.
FOR TEXAS DOCUMENTS
Texas Apostille Processing, Right Here in Austin.
For eligible Texas documents, Sign & Close Solutions is based just minutes from the Texas Secretary of State. That means we can personally manage local submission and retrieval rather than relying on the standard mail-in process.
Local Hand-Carry Processing
Eligible Texas documents can be personally submitted to and picked up from the Texas Secretary of State in Austin.
An Alternative to Mail-In Processing
Local access allows us to avoid relying solely on the standard mail-in process for eligible Texas apostille requests.
Local Pickup & Delivery Available
Austin-area clients can arrange convenient document pickup, delivery, or local handoff when needed.
APOSTILLE 101
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a certificate that authenticates certain public documents for use in countries that participate in the Hague Apostille Convention. It verifies the authenticity of the signature, seal, or authority associated with the document so it can be recognized abroad.
Not every international document follows the same process. Depending on where your document was issued and where it will be used, it may require a state apostille, federal authentication, or additional embassy or consulate legalization.
You don’t need to determine the process yourself. Tell us what document you have and where it will be used, and we’ll help identify the appropriate authentication path.
International Life Events
Marriage abroad, dual citizenship, residency, adoption, inheritance, and other personal matters may require authenticated documents.
Work & Education Abroad
Diplomas, transcripts, background records, and other documents may need authentication when working or studying internationally.
International Legal & Business Matters
Powers of attorney, corporate records, and other legal or business documents may require authentication or legalization for use overseas.
APOSTILLE FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Authentication requirements can vary depending on the document, where it was issued, and where it will be used. Here are answers to some of the most common questions.
What documents can you help authenticate?
We assist with eligible vital records, diplomas and transcripts, powers of attorney, notarized documents, court and public records, business documents, federal documents, and more. Requirements depend on where the document was issued and where it will be used.
Does my document need to be notarized first?
It depends on the document. Some documents require proper notarization before authentication, while certified public records generally follow a different process. We’ll review your document and help determine the appropriate next step.
Can you handle a document issued outside Texas?
Yes. Documents generally must be authenticated by the appropriate authority in the state or jurisdiction where they originated. If your document was issued outside Texas, we can determine the appropriate process and coordinate the authentication on your behalf.
Can you authenticate federal documents?
Yes. Federal documents follow a different process and generally cannot be authenticated by the Texas Secretary of State. We can help determine the appropriate federal authentication process and coordinate the submission.
What if the destination country is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention?
Documents intended for countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention may require additional authentication and legalization, potentially involving state or federal authorities and the destination country’s embassy or consulate. We can research the requirements and manage the appropriate legalization process.
How long does the process take?
Processing time depends on the document, issuing jurisdiction, destination country, government processing times, and service level selected. Texas documents may qualify for local hand-carry processing in Austin, while out-of-state, federal, and non-Hague requests may take longer. We’ll provide an estimated timeline before proceeding.
How much does apostille or authentication service cost?
Texas apostille service starts at $125 plus the $15 Texas Secretary of State fee per document, with priority handling available. Out-of-state, federal, and non-Hague services are quoted based on the required process. Government fees, shipping, translation, courier, or other third-party costs may apply.
What do you need from me to get started?
Tell us what document you have, where it was issued, the country where it will be used, and when you need it. You can also send us a clear photo or scan for initial review. You may cover or redact sensitive personal information for the initial review. We’ll review the information and explain the next steps.
Ready to Get Started?
Tell us what document you have, where it was issued, and where it will be used. We’ll review the details and help determine the appropriate next step.