Getting an apostille in West Virginia
In West Virginia, apostilles for state and local documents are issued by the West Virginia Secretary of State. This page summarizes what we could confirm; the official page has the full, current instructions.
West Virginia Secretary of State
Open the official apostille pagesos.wv.gov
Link checked November 12, 2026.
$10 per certification; additional documents signed by the same official are $5 each.
As of November 12, 2026. Source: official page. Confirm before paying, since fees change.
What this office can apostille
Generally, documents issued by a West Virginia public official (such as certified copies of vital records, court records, or state certificates) and documents notarized by a West Virginia notary. Documents from other states go to that state. Federal documents go to the U.S. Department of State.
Notes we confirmed on the official page
- Certified copies from a county clerk, circuit clerk or registrar need an original signature and a raised seal.
Before you send anything
- Confirm the destination country and whether it uses apostilles.
- Get a recent certified copy from the office that holds the record. Photocopies are generally refused.
- Follow the official page for the request form, payment method, and return shipping.
See also
Facts checked November 12, 2026. Not legal advice. See also: all West Virginia offices · apostille guide.