Modernizing Services for Wisconsin
The Secretary of State’s Office is working to make services easier to access, easier to understand, and more efficient for the people, businesses, local governments, and organizations that rely on them.
Current modernization efforts include clearer service information, improved online tools, better access to public records, and more direct pathways for completing important requests.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Secretary of State’s Office provides services related to Apostilles and Authentications, public records, official state records, business-related resources, civic information, and general office support.
Start with the Apostilles & Authentications section. This area explains what documents may qualify, what information is needed, and how to begin a request.
Some services can be accessed online, including Apostille and Authentication requests, Apostille verification, open records requests, scheduling requests, press inquiries, and public records searches.
The office is improving online access, public records tools, service information, and request pathways so users can more easily find information and complete important tasks.