FAQ

Short answer: No. An FBI background check does not need to be notarized to receive an apostille. In fact, notarization and translations are not accepted by the U.S. Department of State for this document. All you need is the official FBI background check itself—either the original PDF issued electronically or the hard copy. Once you…

If you need to use a federal court record or FDA/USDA certificate overseas, it must be authenticated with a federal apostille. These are federal documents, so the apostille comes from the U.S. Department of State in Washington, DC—not a state office. Below we explain your options: Mail-In (about 5–6 weeks) or our Expedited Service (~10…

Many countries require a legalized FBI Identity History Summary (a.k.a. FBI background check) for visas, residency, employment, or adoption. Because this is a federal document, the apostille is issued by the U.S. Department of State—not by a state Secretary of State. Below we explain the two lawful paths: Mail-In (5–6 weeks) or our Expedited Federal…

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Flat-rate $149. Scans included. Average 10 business days. Ready to Start Your Federal Apostille? One flat rate. Scans included. Skip the 2–3 month mail backlog — get it done in ~10 business days.

Flat-rate $149. Scans included. Average 10 business days. Ready to Start Your Federal Apostille? One flat rate. Scans included. Skip the 2–3 month mail backlog — get it done in ~10 business days.