West · OR
The Beaver State
How to get an apostille in Oregon
In Oregon, apostilles are issued by the Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles). Here is the process, the state fee, how long it takes, and what a Oregon apostille looks like.
- Capital
- Salem
- Governor (2026)
- Tina Kotek
- State flower
- Oregon Grape
- State bird
- Western Meadowlark
Apostille signed by Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles)
Step-by-step: an apostille in Oregon
- 01
Confirm the document is Oregon-issued or notarized by an Oregon notary public.
- 02
If your document is a private document (power of attorney, affidavit, diploma, corporate paperwork), have it notarized first — the Oregon 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 Oregon Health Authority (Center for Health Statistics / Vital Records).
- 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.
Oregon apostille fees & processing time
| Competent authority | Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles) |
|---|---|
| State fee | $10 per document (verify current fee) |
| Processing time | Mail-in is typically 1–2 weeks; in-person service is available in Salem. |
| Mailing / submission | Mail to the Oregon Secretary of State, Notary/Authentications, in Salem (verify the current address online). Include the fee, destination country, and prepaid return postage. |
Documents commonly apostilled in Oregon
- 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 Oregon.
Specimen
What a Oregon apostille looks like
A Oregon apostille contains the standard 10 fields required by the Hague Convention, naming the Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles) 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 Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles)
- 8.No. 0000000
- 9.Seal / Stamp [OFFICIAL SEAL]
- 10.Signature [SIGNATURE]
Oregon apostille FAQ
- How do I get an apostille in Oregon?
- Have your document notarized or certified, then submit it to the Oregon Secretary of State in Salem with the fee and destination country.
- Does Oregon offer in-person apostille service?
- Yes. In-person service is available in Salem. Confirm hours and requirements on the official page before visiting.
Not legal advice. This guide is general information about the Oregon apostille process and may not reflect the latest fees, addresses, or procedures — always confirm with the Oregon Secretary of State — Notary/Authentications (Apostilles) via the official source above. The specimen shown is an illustrative example, not an official document.
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