News from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor

Notice Upcoming Process Updates To improve efficiency, we are updating our service models. Please review the upcoming appointment requirements, mail-in protocols, and fee schedules below. These changes will take effect on July 1. Forms and scheduling links will be made available closer to the launch date. In-Person Appointments & Processing Times Starting July 1, appointments will be required for all

June 12th, 2025 Please be advised that effective July 1, 2025, the fee rates for document authentication and apostille services will change due to recent legislative updates. The new fee rates are as follows:Apostille (3 to 5 business days): $19.00Certificate of Authentication (3 to 5 business days): $19.00Next Business Day Processing (in addition to Apostille/Certificate fee): $34.00Same Day Processing (in

ImportantDecember 9th, 2025 The Lieutenant Governor’s Office will be closed on the following dates:Thursday, December 18th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a staff eventWednesday, December 24th in observance of Christmas EveThursday, December 25th in observance of Christmas DayThursday, January 1st in observance of New Years Day

October 24th, 2022 Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the office of the Lieutenant Governor required appointments for any in-person authentication services. We continued this practice over the past eight months as our office has undergone significant renovations. With the renovation complete, we’re moving forward to try and increase public access to the office. Effective immediately, our office is changing its hours

June 4th, 2018 Effective July 1, 2018 rates for document authentication services will change. Costs for Apostille or Certificate of Authentication have remained unchanged since 2008; however, due to the increase in costs to maintain this service, our rates must change to cover these costs. Please see the new rate table below for your reference. Apostille (3 to 5 business