Apostille/Authentication Process
When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have the document authenticated by New York State. This is known either as an “apostille” or “certificate of authentication.” Prior to sending your documents to the Department of State, they must be signed by a NYS official or the County Clerk.
To have your documents authenticated in our office, you may stop in (no appointment needed) during regular business hours of 8:30am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday. Or you may send your documents by mail with the accompanying payment and form.
Click here for information regarding the County Clerk’s process.
Click here for the NYS Division of Licensing Services Apostille/Certificate of Authentication request form.
Click here for the NYS Apostille/Certificate of Authentication website.