North Dakota Documents & Requirements — Handled for You

We assist with apostille requests for a wide range of North Dakota-issued documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce decrees, judgments, diplomas, academic transcripts, powers of attorney, affidavits, background checks, notarized documents, court documents, and business or corporate records. We serve customers throughout North Dakota, including Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, West Fargo, Williston, Dickinson, Mandan, Jamestown, and other cities statewide.

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Apostilles for North Dakota-issued documents are issued by the North Dakota Secretary of State. The Secretary of State may authenticate documents that have been notarized by a North Dakota notary public or are certified copies of official North Dakota documents.

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Certain documents, such as North Dakota birth, marriage, death, court, and other official records, must be certified copies from the appropriate North Dakota issuing authority before an apostille can be applied. To get a document authenticated, North Dakota says the document must first be a certified copy of an official document from the proper North Dakota entity or be notarized by a North Dakota notary public.

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For North Dakota birth and death records, the apostille process is a two-agency process. The certified copy must first be ordered from North Dakota Vital Records, and the request should state that an apostille is needed and list the foreign country where the document will be used.

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For documents that require notarization, the document must be properly notarized by a North Dakota notary public before it can be submitted for apostille. We review notarizations carefully to confirm they meet state requirements.

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If you are unsure whether your document qualifies or how it needs to be prepared, we review your documents in advance and guide you before submission to help prevent delays or rejections.

 

Quick Facts: North Dakota Apostille

Who issues them? North Dakota Secretary of State
North Dakota apostille fee: $10 per authentication, plus $5 record search fee when required
Issuing office: North Dakota Office of the Secretary of State
Turnaround Time:
Typically 3–6 weeks after we receive your documents, depending on document type, state processing volume, and shipping method.

 

How long does it take to get an apostille in North Dakota?

North Dakota apostilles are issued by the North Dakota Secretary of State. Total turnaround time is typically 3–6 weeks after we receive your documents, depending on document type, state processing volume, and shipping method.

 

How much does a North Dakota apostille cost?

The North Dakota apostille fee is $10 per authentication. A $5 record search fee may also apply for each unique notary signature being authenticated. Our service fee includes document review, preparation, submission, tracking, and return shipping coordination. We confirm the total cost upfront before anything is mailed.

 

What documents can be apostilled in North Dakota?

Common North Dakota documents that can be apostilled include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce decrees, judgments, diplomas, school transcripts, powers of attorney, affidavits, background checks, notarized documents, court documents, and business or corporate records.

 

Do I need an original or a certified copy for a North Dakota apostille?

It depends on the document type. North Dakota official records generally need to be certified copies from the proper issuing authority. Private or business documents usually need to be properly notarized by a North Dakota notary public before submission. We confirm exactly what you need during document review.

 

Can a North Dakota birth certificate be apostilled?

Yes. A North Dakota birth certificate can be apostilled if it is an official certified copy. For birth and death records, North Dakota Vital Records explains that the certified copy must first be ordered from Vital Records, and the request should state that an apostille is needed and list the foreign country.

 

Can notarized documents be apostilled in North Dakota?

Yes. Notarized documents such as affidavits, powers of attorney, and business documents can be apostilled if they are properly notarized by a North Dakota notary public and meet the state’s requirements. We review notarizations to help prevent delays or rejection.

 

Can North Dakota school documents be apostilled?

Yes, but North Dakota school documents must be properly prepared before submission. North Dakota lists specific school-record requirements, including copies of school records, an official school letter with the school seal, and original acknowledgement pages signed before the same notary public.

 

Where are apostilles issued in North Dakota?

Apostilles for North Dakota-issued documents are issued by the North Dakota Office of the Secretary of State.

 

Can North Dakota documents be apostilled for use in another country?

Apostilles are used for documents going to countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. If the destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, a certification and additional authentication may be required.

 

Do I need to be in North Dakota to get a North Dakota apostille?

No. You can mail your documents from anywhere in the United States. We handle submission and return your documents with tracking.

 

Do you review my North Dakota documents before I mail them?

Yes. We strongly recommend a document review first. You can send a photo or scan, and we will confirm requirements so you know exactly what to send and can avoid delays or rejections.

 

How do I get started with a North Dakota apostille?

Call or text 503-519-1091 to start with a document review, or email apostilleglobalservices@gmail.com. We guide you step by step before submission.