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Apostille Services in Ames, IA

An apostille is an official certification that authenticates documents for use in foreign countries. Notaries in Ames, Iowa can notarize your document as the first step; the apostille itself is then obtained from the Iowa Secretary of State. Many notaries in Ames offer the full apostille service end-to-end.

11 notarys listed in Ames, IA.

The UPS Store

★★★★4.4(234 reviews)

809 Wheeler St Ste 110, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 8AM-7PM
  • Monday: 8AM-7PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 8AM-7PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM-7PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-7PM

The UPS Store

★★★½3.7(81 reviews)

3326 Lincoln Way Ste 103, Ames, IA 50014

Hours
  • Friday: 8AM-7PM
  • Monday: 8AM-7PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 1-4:30PM
  • Thursday: 8AM-7PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM-7PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-7PM

Ames Public Library

★★★★½4.8(276 reviews)

515 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 9AM-6PM
  • Monday: 9AM-9PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 1-5PM
  • Thursday: 9AM-9PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-9PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-9PM

Law Mosley, P.C.

★★★★★5.0(29 reviews)

1618 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 9AM-5PM
  • Monday: 9AM-5PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-5PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 9AM-5PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-5PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-5PM

Parks Library

★★★★½4.7(151 reviews)

701 Morrill Rd, Ames, IA 50011

Hours
  • Friday: Closed
  • Monday: 7:30AM-10PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 10AM-10PM
  • Thursday: 7:30AM-6PM
  • Tuesday: 7:30AM-10PM
  • Wednesday: 7:30AM-10PM

Ames Oral Surgeons

★★★★½4.8(279 reviews)

1212 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 7:30AM-3PM
  • Monday: 7:30AM-4PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 7:30AM-4PM
  • Tuesday: 7:30AM-4PM
  • Wednesday: 7:30AM-4PM

Aubrey Molgaard, DNP

★★★★½4.8(53 reviews)

1015 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 8AM-5PM
  • Monday: 8AM-5PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 8AM-5PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM-5PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-5PM

U.S. Bank Branch

★★½☆☆2.8(33 reviews)

2546 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

Hours
  • Friday: 9AM-5PM
  • Monday: 9AM-5PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 9AM-5PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-5PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-5PM

Iowa State University Memorial Union

★★★★½4.6(478 reviews)

2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50011

Hours
  • Friday: 7AM-10PM
  • Monday: 7AM-10PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 11AM-10PM
  • Thursday: 7AM-10PM
  • Tuesday: 7AM-10PM
  • Wednesday: 7AM-10PM

Engelman Real Estate Team

★★★★½4.9(43 reviews)

100 6th St, Ames, IA 50010

Hours
  • Friday: 8AM-5PM
  • Monday: 8AM-5PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 8AM-5PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM-5PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM-5PM

Memorial Union

★★★★4.1(15 reviews)

2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

Frequently Asked Questions — Apostille in Ames, Iowa

What is an apostille and when do I need one in IA?

An apostille is an international certification under the Hague Convention that authenticates the origin of a public document. You need one when using Iowa documents abroad — for immigration, marriage, education, or business purposes. The notary in Ames notarizes your document first; then you apply to the Iowa Secretary of State for the apostille stamp.

How do I get an apostille in Ames, Iowa?

Step 1: Have your document notarized by a commissioned notary in Ames. Step 2: Submit the notarized document to the Iowa Secretary of State's office for the apostille. Many notaries in Ames offer apostille services end-to-end and can handle the Secretary of State submission on your behalf.

How long does an apostille take in Iowa?

Standard apostille processing through the Iowa Secretary of State typically takes 5–15 business days. Expedited processing is available in most states for an additional fee. Some Ames notaries who specialize in apostille services can turn around rush requests faster.

How much does an apostille cost in Ames?

Apostille costs in Ames, IA include two components: the notarization fee (regulated by Iowa law) plus the Secretary of State apostille fee (typically $10–$20 per document). Notaries who handle the full service end-to-end typically charge $75–$200 including all fees.