West · ID
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How to get an apostille in Idaho
In Idaho, apostilles are issued by the Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications. Here is the process, the state fee, how long it takes, and what a Idaho apostille looks like.
- Capital
- Boise
- Governor (2026)
- Brad Little
- State flower
- Syringa (Mock Orange)
- State bird
- Mountain Bluebird
Apostille signed by Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications
Step-by-step: an apostille in Idaho
- 01
Confirm the document is Idaho-issued or notarized by an Idaho notary public.
- 02
If your document is a private document (power of attorney, affidavit, diploma, corporate paperwork), have it notarized first — the Idaho Secretary of State authenticates the notary's commission, not your signature directly. Vital records and court documents skip this step (they are certified by the issuing office instead).
- 03
For vital records, obtain a certified copy from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics.
- 04
Complete the authentication request and identify the destination country.
- 05
Submit by mail or in person with the fee and a prepaid return envelope.
- 06
Receive your apostille or certificate of authentication.
Idaho apostille fees & processing time
| Competent authority | Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications |
|---|---|
| State fee | $10 per document |
| Processing time | Mail-in is typically 1–2 weeks; in-person service is available in Boise. |
| Mailing / submission | Mail to the Idaho Secretary of State, Notary/Authentications, in Boise (verify the current address online). Include the fee, destination country, and prepaid return postage. |
Documents commonly apostilled in Idaho
- Birth, marriage, and death certificates (certified copies from the state vital-records office)
- Divorce decrees and court orders (certified by the clerk of court)
- Powers of attorney and affidavits (signed before a notary)
- Single-status / no-record affidavits for marriage abroad
- Diplomas, transcripts, and degree certificates
- Corporate documents — articles of incorporation, good-standing certificates, board resolutions
- Commercial and export documents
Federal documents (such as an FBI background check) are apostilled by the U.S. Department of State, not by Idaho.
Specimen
What a Idaho apostille looks like
A Idaho apostille contains the standard 10 fields required by the Hague Convention, naming the Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications as the issuing authority. Below is an illustrative specimen — it is not a valid document and contains no real data.
See specimens for all states →- 1.Country United States of America
- 2.has been signed by [NAME OF SIGNER]
- 3.acting in the capacity of [CAPACITY — e.g. Notary Public]
- 4.bears the seal / stamp of [ISSUING OFFICIAL / SEAL]
- 5.at [CITY / PLACE]
- 6.the [DATE]
- 7.by Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications
- 8.No. 0000000
- 9.Seal / Stamp [OFFICIAL SEAL]
- 10.Signature [SIGNATURE]
Idaho apostille FAQ
- Does Idaho issue apostilles by mail?
- Yes. The Idaho Secretary of State accepts mail-in authentication requests; include a prepaid return envelope and the destination country.
- What's the difference between an apostille and an authentication?
- An apostille is for Hague Convention member countries; an authentication is for non-member countries and may require further legalization at the destination's consulate.
Not legal advice. This guide is general information about the Idaho apostille process and may not reflect the latest fees, addresses, or procedures — always confirm with the Idaho Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications via the official source above. The specimen shown is an illustrative example, not an official document.
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