How to Get an Apostille in New Jersey for DAFT Visa
Getting an apostille in New Jersey is straightforward. The Department of State processes apostilles for birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other state documents.
Processing Time: 5-10 business days Cost: $25 per document Methods: Mail, In-person
What You Need
Documents that need New Jersey apostille:
- Birth certificate (if born in New Jersey)
- Marriage certificate (if married in New Jersey)
- Other New Jersey state documents
FBI background check is apostilled by US Department of State, not New Jersey.
The Process
Step 1: Order certified copy of your document from New Jersey Office of Vital Statistics and Registry ($25, 2-4 weeks).
Step 2: Mail to Department of State with $25 payment, or go in person to the office.
Step 3: Wait 5-10 business days for processing.
Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Birth certificate | $25 |
| Apostille | $25 |
| Return shipping | ~$12 |
| Total | $60-$65 |
Timeline
Total time: 3-5 weeks
- Order certificate: 2-4 weeks
- Apostille: 5-10 business days
Start 2 months before you need it.
Expedited Service
New Jersey offers expedited apostille processing:
- Fee: $50
- Time: 24 hours
Same-day service may be available in person.
In-Person Option
225 W. State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Same-day service available for $50 per document
Contact
Department of State
- Website: https://www.state.nj.us/state/
- Phone: (609) 292-9060
For general apostille information, see Apostille Process Explained.
Related Resources:
- Birth Certificate Apostille Guide - Complete birth certificate process
- DAFT Documents Checklist - All required documents
- Complete DAFT Guide - Full application walkthrough
Digital Guide — $99
We're not immigration lawyers—just Americans who did this. Requirements change, so verify with official sources.