Current Estimates by Jurisdiction
Last Updated: 1/1/2026
Up-to-date processing time estimates for state, federal, and embassy authentication steps.
Note: These are estimated timelines based on current government processing speeds. Delays can occur due to holidays or agency backlogs.
State Apostilles
- Standard Processing:Â 3 – 10 Business Days
- Expedited Processing:Â 1 – 3 Business Days (Available in select states like NY, CA, FL, TX)
U.S. Department of State (Federal)
- Standard Processing:Â 4 – 6 Weeks
- Expedited Courier Service:Â 3 – 5 Business Days (Requires additional fee)
Embassy Legalization
Timelines vary significantly by embassy. Examples include:- China:Â 4 – 5 Business Days
- UAE:Â 3 – 5 Business Days
- Vietnam:Â 5 – 7 Business Days
- Egypt:Â 2 – 4 Weeks
