Arkansas Apostille Service
Arkansas apostilles are issued by the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services, in Little Rock. The state fee is $10 per document. The office aims to process requests within 24 to 48 hours of receipt.
| Issuing office | Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services |
|---|---|
| Where to send | 1401 W. Capitol, Suite 250, Little Rock, AR 72201 |
| State fee | $10 per apostille ($5 for a certification, used for non-Hague countries) |
| Processing | Within 24 to 48 hours of receipt; no expedite fee |
| In person | Little Rock (1401 W. Capitol, Suite 250) or Fayetteville (300 N. College, Suite 201F) |
| How to submit | By mail or in person, with the Apostille/Certification Request form |
| Our service fee | $195 per document, plus the state fee |
Fees checked October 2026 against the Arkansas Secretary of State.
Apostille Request Form
How long does an apostille take in Arkansas?
Mail and walk-in requests: the Arkansas Secretary of State aims to process them within 24 to 48 hours of receipt. There is no extra fee to expedite.
Allow extra time for shipping in both directions. A missing certification or the wrong type of copy sends a document back and restarts the clock, so we check yours before it is submitted.
An FBI background check is federal, not an Arkansas document. It goes to the U.S. Department of State, where regular processing takes 7 to 8 weeks. We offer an expedited FBI apostille in 10 business days.
How much does an Arkansas apostille cost?
The state fee is $10 per apostille, or $5 per certification for countries outside the Hague Convention, charged by the Arkansas Secretary of State. Card payments carry a 4% convenience fee. Our service fee is $195 per document, which covers document review, submission to the state and return of your originals. Processing time is 10 business days, depending on state delays. Shipping and translation are quoted separately.
How to get an apostille in Arkansas: step by step
- Get a birth certificate as a certified copy from the Arkansas Department of Health, Vital Records, or have your document notarized by an Arkansas notary public.
- Complete the Apostille/Certification Request form and name the country where the document will be used.
- Mail or deliver it with the fee to 1401 W. Capitol, Suite 250, Little Rock, AR 72201, or bring it to the Fayetteville office.
What to watch for with Arkansas documents
- The notary must be commissioned in Arkansas, and the acknowledgement must match the name and seal on file with the Secretary of State.
- A notary cannot certify a photocopy of a birth certificate or other public record; send a certified copy.
- Foreign-language documents need a full English translation with a notarized translator’s affidavit.
- Arkansas does not handle FBI background checks; those are federal.
Personal documents
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate
- Death Certificate
- Divorce decrees and judgment
- Naturalization Certificate
- Adoption dossier
- Copy of passport
- Copy of drivers license
- Deeds and wills
- Single status affidavit
- Car or automobile title
- Travel authorization
- State police record
- FBI background record
- No Record Of Marriage
- Apostille Agreement
Corporate documents
- Certificates of incorporation
- Certificates of good standing
- Certificates of origin
- Trademarks/patents
- Business power of attorney
- FDA certificates
- Invoices and free sale certificates
- Department of the Treasury (Form 6166)
- Foreign government certificate CFG
Academic documents
- University/college diploma or transcripts
- High School diplomas or transcripts
- Attendance Certificates
Along with the request form, you’ll need to mail in your original document or certified copy. Make sure to include a self-addressed and stamped return envelope so they can mail your document back once it’s been apostilled. Apostille authentication recommends using tracked mail both ways to ensure safe delivery.
This apostilled document can then be presented along with your original document to authorities overseas as proof that it is valid and came from a genuine source.
How we help with your Arkansas apostille
You can file an Arkansas apostille yourself with the Arkansas Secretary of State. Many people use us because a rejected document costs more time than the fee.
- We check your document first. Send a photo or scan. We confirm it is the right version, signed by the right official, before anything is submitted.
- We fix what is missing. If your document needs notarizing, a new certified copy, or a county or court certification, we arrange it.
- We submit and collect. We send your documents to the Arkansas Secretary of State in Little Rock and return the apostilled originals by tracked courier, in the US or abroad.
- We handle the federal side too. FBI background checks and other federal documents go to the U.S. Department of State, not the state. We do both.
- You can talk to a person. Call (971) 514-3743 or request a video consultation.
Our fee: $195 per document, plus the Arkansas state fee ($10 per document). 100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
You can also mail your documents to us from anywhere, or visit our offices in Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Vancouver, Herndon and Houston.
Do you need a translation?
An apostille confirms the signature on your document. It does not translate it. If the country you are sending it to does not use English, the receiving office will usually ask for a certified translation as well.
We provide certified translation, so your Arkansas document can be apostilled and translated in one order. Each translation comes with a signed certificate of accuracy.
Order matters. Some countries want the translation done after the apostille so the apostille page is translated too; others have their own translator requirements. Tell us the country and we will confirm the correct order before you pay. Contact us for a translation quote.
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Arkansas apostille FAQ
How much does an Arkansas apostille cost?
The state fee is $10 per apostille, charged by the Arkansas Secretary of State ($5 for a certification). Our service fee is $195 per document, plus the state fee.
How long does an Arkansas apostille take?
The Arkansas Secretary of State aims to process requests within 24 to 48 hours of receipt, plus shipping time.
Where do I get an Arkansas apostille?
Arkansas apostilles are issued by the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services, in Little Rock. Documents can also be dropped off at the Fayetteville office.
Can Arkansas apostille my FBI background check?
No. FBI background checks are federal and are apostilled by the U.S. Department of State. We handle that for $195 with regular processing in 7 to 8 weeks, or $390 expedited in 10 business days.
Do I need an apostille or an authentication?
Countries in the Hague Apostille Convention accept an apostille. Other countries need a certification or authentication followed by embassy legalization. Tell us the country and we will confirm which applies.
Can you apostille an Arkansas document if I live outside Arkansas?
Yes. Mail us the document from anywhere in the world and we return it by tracked courier.
Source: Arkansas Secretary of State. Last checked October 2026.