Simplified FBI Apostille Process | Fast & Easy

Navigating international paperwork can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re moving for a new job, studying abroad, or even planning a destination wedding, a simple FBI background check isn’t always enough. That’s where the FBI Apostille Process comes in, a crucial step that makes your document legally recognized in a foreign country

But the traditional process can be complex and time-consuming, filled with confusing government forms and long wait times. At EMRI Fingerprinting and Notary, we’ve simplified the entire process, so you can get your documents authenticated quickly and with confidence.

What is an Apostille and Why Do You Need One?

An Apostille is an international certification that authenticates the signature on a document, ensuring it’s accepted in countries that are part of The Hague Apostille Convention. In simple terms, it’s the seal that makes your official U.S. documents valid in other member countries.

People need Apostilles for a wide range of important life events, including:

Working or Teaching in a foreign country
Attending School abroad
Establishing a New Business
Adopting Children from another country
Destination Weddings and other legal matters
Legal Documents like birth/death certificates, powers of attorney, and patents
Pet Health Certificates for international travel

Our Simplified, Fast FBI Apostille Process

We understand you have a lot to manage when moving or traveling abroad. That’s why we’ve streamlined our FBI Apostille Process service to be as efficient as possible. Our process cuts out the long wait times and complicated steps, offering you a fast and reliable solution.

Step 1: The LiveScan Fingerprinting. Forget messy ink pads. We use a state-of-the-art LiveScan device to capture your fingerprints electronically. This ensures a clean, high-quality image and eliminates the risk of smudges that could cause delays. We even offer mobile services for your convenience, bringing our technician directly to you.

Step 2: Electronic Submission to the FBI. Once your fingerprints are recorded, we send them electronically through an authorized FBI channeler. This is the key to our speed. Instead of mailing your fingerprint cards and waiting weeks for a response, the electronic submission process drastically reduces the time it takes for the FBI to complete your background check.

Step 3: Drop-Off and Pick-Up for Authentication

When the FBI background check is complete, we handle the next crucial step for you: submitting the results to the appropriate authority for authentication.

For Hague-member countries, we deliver your report to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., for an apostille.
For non-Hague countries, we submit your report to the relevant embassy or consulate for legalization.
Once the authentication is issued, we retrieve the document promptly, saving you the hassle of navigating government offices.

Step 4: Receiving Your Apostille Report. After the FBI conducts the background check, we ensure you receive the official Apostille version of the report. To give you immediate access and a secure hard copy, the report is sent to you in two ways: via email and as a tamper-proof copy delivered right to your door.

Why Choose Our Service?

Speed & Efficiency: Our electronic submission process is significantly faster than traditional mail-in methods.
Convenience: Our mobile services bring the fingerprinting and notary process to you, saving you time and travel.
Accuracy & Reliability: We are authorized experts who ensure your documents are prepared correctly the first time, preventing costly delays.

Most Common Documentation that need to be Apostille

✅Personal / Civil Status Documents

Birth certificates
Marriage certificates
Divorce decrees
Death certificates
Adoption papers
Name change orders

✅Identity & Background

FBI or state criminal background checks

Police clearance letters

Passport or driver’s license copies (must usually be notarized first)

✅ Education & Professional

Diplomas and degrees (high school, university, professional schools)
Transcripts
Teaching certificates / licenses
Professional licenses (e.g., medical, legal, engineering)

✅ Business & Corporate

Articles of incorporation / organization
Certificates of good standing
Power of attorney documents
Contracts and agreements
Trademark or patent registrations

✅ Other

Affidavits and sworn statements (after notarization)
Permission letters for minors to travel
Adoption dossiers or home studies
Certified translations (after notarization)

Tip:

The document must usually be an original or a certified copy issued by the proper authority.
If it’s a private document (like a contract or letter), it often needs to be notarized before an apostille can be attached.
For countries not in the Hague Convention, you’ll need legalization at the U.S. Department of State and then at that country’s embassy/consulate instead of an apostille.

Ready to Simplify Your Apostille Needs?

Don’t let complicated paperwork stand in the way of your next great adventure. We make the process fast, easy, and convenient, so you can focus on what’s important.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long does the FBI Apostille process usually take?

Background check results take 3 to 5 business days and depending on the country the Apostikke can take about 2 to 3 weeks

Do I need to get my fingerprints taken with ink and a fingerprint card?

For faster results it’s best to do live scan because it’s gets channeled to the FBI and results come back with 24 to 72 hours

Can I get an Apostille for a digital copy of my FBI background check?

Yes the results you receive from the FBI should be in digital form

Is a notary stamp required for an FBI Apostille Process?

It depends on the documentation that needs to be apostille

My FBI background check is old. Is it still valid for an Apostille?

No, you need a background check that is currently within 30 days

Can you help me even if I am not in Washington, DC?

Yes, I can provide services for domestic and international clients

The Apostille Process, Simplified: How Our Service Gets Your Documents Authenticated Fast