Federal Apostille Required
Apostille for FBI Background Check
Federal authentication of FBI background checks for international use
Why Do You Need an FBI Background Check Apostille?
Many countries require an apostilled FBI background check as part of their visa or immigration process to verify that you have no criminal history.
Work visa applications
Immigration and permanent residency
International adoption
Teaching abroad
Retirement visas
Foreign citizenship processes
Our Process
1
Get Your FBI Check
FBI fingerprint-based background check
2
Bring to Our Office
We verify federal apostille eligibility
3
Submit to Washington D.C.
We send to the U.S. Department of State
4
Apostilled Document
Receive your apostilled FBI check
Important Note
FBI background checks are federal documents and require a federal apostille from the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. — NOT from the Missouri Secretary of State. Processing time is typically 4–6 weeks, or faster with expedited service.
Common Questions
FBI Background Check Apostille FAQs
Everything you need to know about apostilling an FBI background check.