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FBI Background Check Apostille — Expedited in 15 Days

FBI Apostille Online ◆ All 50 States ◆ Upload & Submit ◆ No Office Visit Required

Already have your FBI background check result? Upload it to us online from any state — we handle the rest. No office visit required. Expedited authentication delivered in just 15 business days. Local San Jose clients can also get FBI fingerprinting done on-site.

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FBI Apostille — What You Need to Know

What Is an FBI Background Check Apostille?

FBI Apostille Explained

An FBI apostille is an official certification attached to your FBI criminal background check report that authenticates it for international use. Foreign governments, employers, immigration authorities, and courts in Hague Convention countries require this authentication before they will accept your FBI report as valid.

The standard process — doing it yourself — involves getting fingerprinted, waiting for FBI results, then mailing your report for federal authentication. That can take 5–6 weeks or longer. Our expedited service cuts that to just 15 business days. Learn more about our full range of apostille services for other document types.

Who Needs an FBI Apostille?

You likely need an FBI background check apostille if you are:

Immigrating to another country or applying for a visa
Accepting a job offer or work assignment overseas
Adopting a child internationally
Applying for foreign residency or dual citizenship
Enrolling in a university abroad that requires a criminal record check
Filing for a marriage visa or spousal sponsorship
Completing court or legal proceedings in a foreign country
Applying for a student visa that requires a police clearance

If the destination country is part of the Hague Convention, an apostille is required. If it is not, embassy legalization may be needed instead — contact us and we will advise you.

Order from Anywhere — All 50 States

You do not need to visit our office. If you already have your FBI background check result in hand, you can submit your order online and upload the FBI-issued digital PDF directly to us — from any state in the country. California, New York, Texas, Florida, or anywhere else. We handle the entire authentication process remotely and ship your completed document back to you.

The standard mail-in process through the federal government takes 5–6 weeks with no way to speed it up on your own. If you have an urgent overseas job offer, immigration appointment, visa deadline, or adoption timeline, waiting over a month is simply not realistic.

With our expedited service, we complete the authentication in just 15 business days — more than twice as fast. Just upload your FBI result, pay online, and we take care of everything from there. It's that simple.

Don't Have Your FBI Report Yet?

Local San Jose clients can visit our office for same-day FBI fingerprinting — we capture your fingerprints, submit the background check through our FBI channeler, and results typically arrive within 24–48 hours. Then we proceed directly to authentication. Fingerprint with us and save $20 on the $450 full package.

Out-of-state clients: Get fingerprinted at any FBI-approved location near you, receive your FBI report via email, then upload it to us online. We handle the authentication from there — no need to travel to California.

Need more information about our fingerprinting services? Visit our FBI Background Check page or FD-258 Fingerprint Card page for details.

How It Works

FBI Apostille Process — Step by Step

Submit Your Order Online

Place your order from any state. Already have your FBI report? Upload the FBI-issued digital PDF directly to us — no office visit needed. Don't have it yet? Local San Jose clients can get fingerprinted at our office.

We Review & Prepare

Our team verifies your FBI report is the original digital PDF and meets all requirements. We prepare everything for expedited processing on your behalf.

Expedited Processing

We submit your documents for official authentication. Expedited turnaround in just 15 business days — compared to 5–6 weeks if you do it yourself.

Shipped to Your Door

Your authenticated FBI report is shipped directly to your address anywhere in the U.S. ($20 domestic shipping included in pricing). International shipping available for an additional fee.

FBI Apostille Pricing

Transparent Flat-Fee Pricing — No Hidden Costs

FBI Background Check + Apostille

Full Package · Fingerprinting · Background Check · Authentication

Standard5–6 weeks total turnaround $120

Full FBI PackageBackground check + expedited authentication $450

Save $20 — Fingerprint at our San Jose office and receive a $20 discount on the $450 full package. Walk-ins welcome.

Shipping: $20 flat fee for domestic U.S. shipping. International shipping fees are additional — contact us for a quote.

Apostille Only — Already Have FBI Report

Upload Your FBI PDF · We Handle the Rest

Rush / Expedited15 business days · upload FBI result online $350

Only the original FBI-issued digital PDF is accepted. Photos, scans, or screenshots of an FBI report will be rejected. Upload your official PDF to us online — no need to mail the physical copy.

Shipping: $20 flat fee for domestic U.S. shipping. International shipping available at additional cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

FBI Apostille FAQ

How do I know if I need my FBI background check apostilled?

If the country you are traveling to or doing business in is a member of the Hague Convention, your FBI background check must be apostilled before it will be accepted. Over 124 countries are members. Contact us with your destination country and we will confirm whether you need an apostille or embassy legalization.

How long does the expedited FBI apostille take?

Our expedited service takes approximately 15 business days from the time we receive your FBI-issued digital PDF. The standard process (doing it yourself through the federal government) takes 5–6 weeks.

Can I upload my FBI background check digitally?

Yes. If you already have your FBI report, you can upload the original FBI-issued digital PDF to us online. Only the official PDF from the FBI is accepted — photos, screenshots, or scanned copies will be rejected.

I don't have an FBI background check yet. Can you help?

Absolutely. Local San Jose clients can visit our office for same-day FBI fingerprinting. We submit your fingerprints through our FBI channeler service, and results are typically available within 24–48 hours. We then proceed directly to the authentication step.

Do you serve clients outside of California?

Yes — we serve clients in all 50 states. You do not need to visit our office. If you already have your FBI background check result, simply upload the digital PDF to us online, and we handle the entire authentication process remotely. We ship your completed document directly to your address. Out-of-state clients use our service every day.

What are the shipping fees?

Domestic U.S. shipping is a flat $20 fee. International shipping is available at an additional cost depending on destination — contact us for a quote. Local San Jose clients may also pick up in person at no charge.

What is the difference between apostille and embassy legalization?

An apostille is a single-step authentication recognized in Hague Convention member countries (124+). Embassy legalization is a multi-step process required for countries that are not Hague members — it involves additional verification at the destination country's embassy or consulate and typically takes longer and costs more.

What types of FBI fingerprinting do you offer?

We offer both electronic Live Scan fingerprinting and traditional ink-based FD-258 fingerprint cards at our San Jose office. Both methods are accepted for FBI background checks. Walk-in appointments are welcome.

Get Your FBI Background Check Apostille

Don't Wait 6 Weeks — Get It Done in 15 Days

Upload your FBI report online or visit our San Jose office for fingerprinting. We handle the entire process and deliver your authenticated document fast.