Regular Service
For customers with a flexible timeline who want us to handle the federal apostille or authentication process from start to finish.
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FBI Background Check Apostille Service
Your FBI apostille, handled clearly from start to finish.
Submit your FBI Identity History Summary electronically. Choose regular or expedited support, with document translation available when your destination requires it.
Independent document service, not a government agency.
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Share your document
Use the secure order route for your FBI file.
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Federal processing
We coordinate the apostille steps for you.
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Receive your apostilled document
Receive the completed document for your next step abroad.
Choose the service that fits your timeline
Clear service paths, one focused purpose: preparing an FBI Identity History Summary for use outside the United States.
Expedited Service
For customers who need faster processing and priority handling.
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A simpler federal route
One document. One clear process.
An FBI Identity History Summary is a federal document, so it follows a federal apostille route. We make that distinction easy to understand before your order begins.
- Electronic submission guidance
- Regular and expedited service paths
- Translation support when needed
- Plain-English next steps
Frequently asked questions
How do I apostille an FBI background check?
Upload your FBI Identity History Summary PDF and tell us the country where it will be used. We determine whether your document requires a federal apostille or federal authentication and handle the appropriate federal process for you.
Can I submit my FBI background check PDF electronically?
Yes. You can upload the electronic PDF of your FBI Identity History Summary when you place your order. You do not need to mail the original FBI report to us.
How long does an FBI background check apostille take?
Detailed estimated processing times are available on our Services and Pricing pages.
How much does an FBI apostille cost?
Detailed service pricing and shipping information are available on our Services and Pricing pages.
Do I need to mail my original FBI background check?
No. Your FBI Identity History Summary can be submitted to us electronically as a PDF. Once the federal process is complete, we return the completed hard-copy document to you by FedEx.
Does an FBI background check need to be notarized first?
No. An FBI Identity History Summary does not need to be notarized before federal apostille or authentication processing.
Can an FBI apostille be expedited?
Yes. Expedited service is available for an FBI Identity History Summary. Review the Services or Pricing page for current details.
Can you translate my FBI background check?
Yes. Document translation is available when needed for use in another country. Customers can request translation as part of the service process.
What if my destination country is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention?
No problem. Tell us the country where your FBI background check will be used. Depending on the destination, the document will receive either a federal apostille or federal authentication. We determine and handle the appropriate federal process for you. Some countries may also require additional certification through their embassy or consulate, and we will let you know if that applies.
How will I receive my completed documents?
Completed documents are returned by FedEx. FedEx delivery to any U.S. address is $30. International FedEx shipping is charged at the actual FedEx rate. We will need the complete international delivery address to provide the shipping cost.
Start with a clear understanding of what your document needs.
Review the service path, the destination country’s requirements, and the safe way to begin an order.