How to Get an Apostille in North Dakota for the DAFT Visa
Getting an apostille in North Dakota is straightforward. The Secretary of State processes apostilles for birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other state documents.
Processing Time: 3-5 business days Cost: $10 per document Methods: Mail, In-person
What You Need
Documents that need North Dakota apostille:
- Birth certificate (if born in North Dakota)
- Marriage certificate (if married in North Dakota)
- Other North Dakota state documents
FBI background check is apostilled by US Department of State, not North Dakota.
The Process
Step 1: Order certified copy of your document from North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services ($7, 2-4 weeks).
Step 2: Mail to Secretary of State with $10 payment, or go in person to the office.
Step 3: Wait 3-5 business days for processing.
Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Birth certificate | $7 |
| Apostille | $10 |
| Return shipping | ~$12 |
| Total | $27-$32 |
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
600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept 108, Bismarck, ND 58505 Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Standard processing: $10 per document
Contact
Secretary of State
- Website: https://sos.nd.gov
- Phone: (701) 328-4284
- Email: sosnr@nd.gov
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.