How long does it take to get an Apostille in Australia?

The current wait times for a DFAT appointment in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are lengthy:

• Sydney: 6 weeks
• Melbourne: 3 weeks
• Brisbane: 3 weeks

The current DFAT processing time for an Apostille is 3 business days from lodgement with DFAT. The timeframe for DFAT to issue an Apostille is longer if the documents are posted by mail to DFAT.

Why is the Swift Authentication service so fast?

Swift Authentication attends DFAT daily for clients. We can have your document Apostilled by DFAT and sent by express post within 3 business days from receipt of the document.

What is the process?

Simply book online instantly by following this link to our online booking platform.

If the document was originally issued electronically, simply upload it in the booking form. We will print the document for Apostille. If the document was originally issued in hard-copy, we will send a complimentary express post label for delivery of the original document to Swift Authentication from anywhere in Australia, or postage instructions if sending from overseas or the issuer.

We provide complimentary express postage of the Apostilled document anywhere in Australia or we can arrange international delivery via DHL Express Worldwide for an additional cost. You can select your preferred option for delivery in the booking form.

Have any other questions?

Our booking platform will guide you through the Apostille process and automatically display the price based on your selections. Have any other questions? We're here to help - email us at support@swiftauthentication.com.au