Form DC Request for Document Certification (Apostille / Authentication) - Kansas

What Is Form DC?

This is a legal form that was released by the Kansas Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Kansas. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is the Form DC Request for Document Certification?
A: The Form DC Request for Document Certification is a form used to request the certification (apostille/authentication) of a document in the state of Kansas.

Q: What is certification?
A: Certification is the process of validating the authenticity of a document.

Q: What is an apostille?
A: An apostille is a type of certification used for documents that will be used internationally in countries that are party to the Hague Apostille Convention.

Q: What is authentication?
A: Authentication is a type of certification used for documents that will be used internationally in countries that are not party to the Hague Apostille Convention.

Q: Who can request document certification in Kansas?
A: Any individual or organization that possesses a document issued in Kansas can request document certification.

Q: What types of documents can be certified?
A: Various types of documents can be certified, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, educational diplomas, and business documents.

Q: What is the fee for document certification?
A: The fee for document certification in Kansas is $7 per document.

Q: How long does it take to process a request for document certification?
A: The processing time for a request for document certification in Kansas is approximately 5-7 business days.

Q: Is expedited service available for document certification?
A: Yes, expedited service is available for an additional fee of $20 per document.

Q: How can I pay the fee for document certification?
A: The fee for document certification can be paid by check or money order made payable to the Kansas Secretary of State. Cash is not accepted.