Federal Document Apostille Services
Federal Document apostilles are processed by the Department of State in 10-15 business days for clients anywhere in the U.S. and worldwide, then shipped to you.
Documents include: FBI background checks, naturalization certificates, DD-214s, and other U.S. federal documents
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Why Do FBI Documents Need an Apostille?
If you are planning to live, work, study, adopt, conduct business, or handle legal matters in another country, you may be asked to provide an FBI background check with an apostille.
An apostille is an official certification that authenticates the signature, seal, or authority on a U.S. document so that the document can be recognized for official use in another country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention.
Why Is an Apostille Needed?
An FBI background check is issued by a U.S. government agency. When you present that document to a foreign government, court, employer, licensing board, attorney, or other organization, the receiving country may require additional authentication to verify that the document is genuine.
The apostille provides that authentication and helps the foreign authority accept the FBI document as an official U.S. document.
Common Reasons You May Need an Apostilled FBI Background Check
An apostilled FBI background check may be requested for:
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International employment or professional licensing
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Immigration and residency applications
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International adoption
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Marriage or divorce proceedings involving another country
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International business or professional transactions
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Visa and work permit applications
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Foreign government requirements
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International legal or court matters
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Education or study-abroad requirements
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Certain real estate, financial, or estate transactions
Do I Need an Apostille?
The requirement depends on the country where you will submit your FBI background check and the purpose for which it is being used. Some organizations may require an apostille, while others may require a different form of authentication or additional documentation.
Before ordering your FBI background check, we recommend confirming the document requirements with the foreign government agency, attorney, employer, licensing authority, or organization requesting the document.
Need Help With Your FBI Background Check?
Nextgen Permitting can assist you with obtaining your FBI background check and can help you understand the steps involved in preparing your document for international use.
Whether you need your background check for employment, immigration, licensing, adoption, legal matters, or another international purpose, we can help you navigate the process.