FBI BACKGROUND CHECK
APOSTILLE MADE SIMPLE
FBI Apostille Group handles your entire federal authentication — from FBI record submission to official U.S. Department of State authentication in Washington, D.C. Submit by mail or digital PDF. Authenticated documents accepted in 100+ countries for visas, residency, employment, and citizenship.
FBI BACKGROUND CHECK
Identity History Summary · United States
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Transparent Pricing. No Hidden Fees.
All federal government fees, submission coordination with the Department of State, and return shipping are included. No surprise invoices.
Standard
All-inclusive
Single country • Approx. 8–10 weeks federal processing. Ideal for planned moves without tight deadlines.
- check All government fees included
- check FBI Identity History Summary submission
- check U.S. Dept. of State apostille
- check Mail or digital PDF submission
- check Tracked return shipping
Expedited
All-inclusive
Single country • Approx. 3–5 weeks priority handling. Essential for imminent visa interviews & job starts.
- verified All government fees included
- bolt Priority handling of your FBI submission
- account_balance U.S. Dept. of State apostille
- check Mail or digital PDF submission
- check Weekly status updates on your file
- local_shipping Priority tracked return shipping
- support_agent Personal handling start to finish
Translations & Packets
Custom Quote
Certified translations & multi-document state legalizations via our affiliated document desks.
- translate Certified translation coordination ($175)
- check Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French & more
- check Birth & Marriage Certificate Apostilles
- check College Diplomas & Court Record Legalizations
- check Single contact person for entire dossier
info Federal Timeline Notice: Timeframes listed are averages based on typical FBI and U.S. Department of State processing times. Actual turnaround times are set by federal agencies and are subject to change without notice. No agency or private service can override official Department of State authentication queues.
How to Get an FBI Background Check Apostille
The federal apostille process involves multiple agencies and strict formatting rules. We eliminate rejections by managing every step with precision.
Submit Your Order
Complete our secure intake form with your destination country. Send us your FBI Identity History Summary PDF as issued, or request our fingerprint card packet. We confirm your destination country's exact requirements before anything is submitted.
Federal Apostille
Once verified, your federal document is submitted directly to the U.S. Department of State Authentications Section in Washington, D.C. An official Hague Convention apostille certificate is attached by the Department of State.
Secure Delivery
Your completed, authenticated FBI apostille document is packaged in protective federal mailers and dispatched via fully trackable return shipping — 100% prepared and ready for foreign consulates, embassies, and authorities.
FBI Apostille for Immigration, Visas, Employment & More
An authenticated FBI background check is mandated by foreign ministries and consulates worldwide across major life milestones.
Immigration & Visa Applications
Essential for Spain, Italy, Portugal, and 100+ countries. Required for residency, digital nomad permits, student visas, and long-stay authorizations.
International Employment
Multinational companies, defense contractors, international schools, and foreign licensing boards require authenticated clearances before work permit issuance.
Foreign Adoption Clearances
International adoption files are document-heavy and exact. We prepare the FBI apostille as one part of the dossier the tribunal requires.
Study Abroad & Universities
Foreign graduate programs, university admissions, and international scholarships mandate an apostilled U.S. federal background summary prior to enrollment.
Dual Citizenship Applications
Jure Sanguinis (Italian citizenship by descent), Portuguese citizenship by descent, and foreign naturalization files require clean, authenticated FBI reports.
Foreign Real Estate Purchases
Golden Visa investor initiatives and overseas property acquisitions require strict anti-money laundering and background verification checks.
Complete Federal Apostille Services
From single FBI Identity History Summaries to comprehensive multi-document family citizenship packets.
FBI Background Check Apostille
Our core service. Complete FBI Identity History Summary request coordination and U.S. Department of State apostille certification — fully managed from submission to final delivery. Already have your FBI PDF? Send it as issued; no new fingerprinting needed.
Expedited FBI Apostille Processing
Priority handling for clients with urgent immigration deadlines, employment starts, or consulate appointments. Priority handling with regular updates on your file, and priority tracked return shipping on completion.
Certified Translation Coordination
Countries like Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Brazil require official sworn translations alongside the Hague apostille. We coordinate certified legal translators to deliver an all-in-one compliant filing package.
Sister Company & Full Packet Services
Need vital records authenticated too? Birth and marriage certificates are handled via Birth Certificate Apostilles and Marriage Certificate Apostilles, while diplomas, corporate filings, and powers of attorney are processed via American Apostille.
FBI Apostille Questions Answered Clearly
Everything you need to know about Department of State regulations, turnaround limits, and document preparation.
help What is an FBI apostille and why do I need one?
An FBI apostille is an official authentication certificate attached to your FBI Identity History Summary by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Required by over 100 Hague Convention member nations for visas, foreign employment, adoption, and dual citizenship. Without it, foreign ministries will reject the background check as unverified.
schedule How long does the FBI apostille process take?
Standard processing takes approximately 8 to 10 weeks. Expedited priority handling takes approximately 3 to 5 weeks. These are averages based on active federal agency queues. Timelines are set by the FBI and U.S. Department of State and cannot be bypassed by any company.
gavel Can a notary or state Secretary of State apostille my FBI report?
No, absolutely not. An FBI background check is a federal government record. Only the U.S. Department of State Authentications Section in Washington, D.C. can legally apostille it. A state-level apostille or local notary stamp on an FBI report will be promptly rejected by consulates abroad.
picture_as_pdf Can I submit as a PDF or does it have to be mailed?
Both options are accepted. If you retrieved your FBI background check online through an FBI Approved Channeler or the FBI CJIS portal, you can upload the electronic PDF as issued. Do NOT print and notarize it. If you need physical fingerprint cards, we can mail cards to you.
security Is FBI Apostille Group affiliated with the government?
No. FBI Apostille Group is a private document expediting and preparation service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or agents of the FBI, DOJ, or U.S. Department of State. We assist private individuals and corporations in navigating official government submission channels efficiently.
public Which countries require an FBI apostille?
More than 100 countries accept the federal apostille, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Germany, Mexico, Colombia, Australia, South Korea, China, and the UK. For non-Hague nations such as the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait, documents require federal authentication and embassy legalization instead.
Start Your FBI Apostille Today
Fill out the intake form and our team will confirm your destination country requirements, review your PDF file, and send secure invoice instructions.
Direct Inquiries
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FBI Apostille Group is a private legal document preparation and courier service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operating on behalf of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Department of State, or any municipal government body.
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