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How to get an apostille in Wyoming
In Wyoming, apostilles are issued by the Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications (Apostilles). Here is the process, the state fee, how long it takes, and what a Wyoming apostille looks like.
- Capital
- Cheyenne
- Governor (2026)
- Mark Gordon
- State flower
- Indian Paintbrush
- State bird
- Western Meadowlark
Apostille signed by Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications (Apostilles)
Step-by-step: an apostille in Wyoming
- 01
Confirm the document is Wyoming-issued or notarized by a Wyoming notary public.
- 02
If your document is a private document (power of attorney, affidavit, diploma, corporate paperwork), have it notarized first — the Wyoming 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 Wyoming Vital Statistics Services (Department of Health).
- 04
Complete the apostille/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.
Wyoming apostille fees & processing time
| Competent authority | Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications (Apostilles) |
|---|---|
| State fee | $3 per document (verify current fee) |
| Processing time | Mail-in is typically 1–2 weeks; in-person service is available in Cheyenne. |
| Mailing / submission | Mail to the Wyoming Secretary of State, in Cheyenne (verify the current address online). Include the fee, destination country, and prepaid return postage. |
Documents commonly apostilled in Wyoming
- 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 Wyoming.
Specimen
What a Wyoming apostille looks like
A Wyoming apostille contains the standard 10 fields required by the Hague Convention, naming the Wyoming 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 Wyoming Secretary of State — Notary & Authentications (Apostilles)
- 8.No. 0000000
- 9.Seal / Stamp [OFFICIAL SEAL]
- 10.Signature [SIGNATURE]
Wyoming apostille FAQ
- Where do I get an apostille in Wyoming?
- The Wyoming Secretary of State's office in Cheyenne issues apostilles and authentications, by mail or in person.
- How much is a Wyoming apostille?
- Wyoming's per-document fee is historically low (around $3). Confirm the current fee on the Secretary of State's page.
Not legal advice. This guide is general information about the Wyoming apostille process and may not reflect the latest fees, addresses, or procedures — always confirm with the Wyoming 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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