How to Get an Apostille in New Mexico for DAFT Visa
Getting an apostille in New Mexico is straightforward. The Secretary of State processes apostilles for birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other state documents.
Processing Time: 3-5 business days Cost: $5 per document Methods: Mail, In-person
What You Need
Documents that need New Mexico apostille:
- Birth certificate (if born in New Mexico)
- Marriage certificate (if married in New Mexico)
- Other New Mexico state documents
FBI background check is apostilled by US Department of State, not New Mexico.
The Process
Step 1: Order certified copy of your document from New Mexico Vital Records ($15, 2-4 weeks).
Step 2: Mail to Secretary of State with $5 payment, or go in person to the office.
Step 3: Wait 3-5 business days for processing.
Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Birth certificate | $15 |
| Apostille | $5 |
| Return shipping | ~$12 |
| Total | $30-$35 |
Timeline
Total time: 3-5 weeks
- Order certificate: 2-4 weeks
- Apostille: 3-5 business days
Start 2 months before you need it.
In-Person Option
325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300, Santa Fe, NM 87501 Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Standard processing: $5 per document
Contact
Secretary of State
- Website: https://www.sos.state.nm.us
- Phone: (505) 827-3600
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.