What We Can Apostille

An apostille is a certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document for use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Common documents that require apostilles include birth certificates, marriage licenses, school transcripts, notarized letters, and FBI background checks.

If you're traveling, working, studying, or getting married abroad, you may need an apostille to ensure your documents are legally accepted in another country.

A: We can apostille documents such as FBI background checks, birth and marriage certificates, diplomas, power of attorney forms, notarized affidavits, and business records. If you're unsure, bring your documents in and we’ll review them at no charge. 

1. Document Review: We check your documents for eligibility. 
2. Notarization (if needed): We notarize your document before the apostille. 
3. Submission: We send your documents to the appropriate Secretary of State or U.S. Department of State. 
4. Processing: Most apostilles are processed in 5–10 business days. 
5. Delivery: We return your apostilled documents via secure mail, or you can pick them up.

 💡 Walk-ins welcome or schedule an appointment today. We make the process hassle-free.

A: Most state-level apostilles take 1–10 business days. Federal documents like FBI reports can take 10 business days or may take slightly longer depending on the volume and method of submission. Expedited options are available for certain types of apostilles.

• State Apostille: 1 - 10 days
   
• FBI Apostille: 10 business days (see FBI page)
   
• Translation Add-On: Based on the number of documents and language
   

Most apostilles are completed within 5–10 business days. Expedited services are available for select states.

A: Yes. We can process out-of-state apostilles through the appropriate Secretary of State office or federal agencies. We're not limited to just Arizona-based documents.

A: An apostille is used for countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. An authentication is needed when the destination country is not part of that agreement and requires additional embassy or consulate legalization. We handle both.

Many international agencies require both apostilled and professionally translated documents. We partner with IDIOMATIC, a USCIS-compliant certified translation service, to handle everything in one step. See more HERE.

A: Yes, we partner with USCIS-compliant certified translators. Whether you need Spanish, French, Portuguese, or over 100 other languages, we’ll get it translated and apostilled under one roof. 

A: Some documents must be notarized before apostille (like affidavits or powers of attorney). We provide full notary services onsite if needed. 

If the destination country is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention, your documents must go through a document authentication process instead, including:

• Notarization 
• Secretary of State Authentication 
• U.S. Department of State Authentication 
• Embassy Legalization (if required)
   

We guide you through this entire process from start to finish.

A: Absolutely. We welcome walk-ins at our Tempe office, or you can schedule an appointment online for faster service. 

An FBI Apostille is a certificate issued by the U.S. Department of State that verifies the authenticity of an FBI Background Check, also known as an FBI Report or FBI Identity History Summary. This apostille allows your FBI background check to be legally recognized in foreign countries for purposes like international employment, visa applications, dual citizenship, or international adoption.

If you're planning to live, work, or travel abroad, an FBI Apostille ensures your background check meets international legal standards.

Most clients receive their apostilled FBI report within 7–14 business days, depending on processing and shipping methods. 

• Working abroad or applying for foreign employment, especially in European, Latin American, or Asian countries 
• Visa or immigration applications that require official background checks
• Dual citizenship or naturalization processes in countries like Canada, Ireland, Portugal, Mexico, Spain, Greece, Ukraine, or Italy
• International marriage or family reunification, where governments require FBI clearance
• Overseas adoption procedures that require authenticated background checks
• Academic programs abroad that require official FBI verification

Yes — bring us your existing FBI Identity History Summary and we’ll handle the apostille process. 

Walk-ins are welcome! If you prefer efficiency, scheduling an appointment is best. 

No — apostilles are physical seals and must be mailed or picked up at our office. 

• FBI Identity History Summary (Rap Sheet)
• Official FBI background check reports
• Additional documents like:

✅ Articles of Incorporation ✅ Assignment ✅ Authorization of Agent ✅ Trademark ✅ Contracts ✅ Agreements ✅ Cert of Origin ✅ Declaration

Absolutely — we offer translation + apostille bundles. Visit our Translation Services Page.  FBI Apostille Only (FBI report + apostille)

• FBI Background Check Only (no apostille) — Schedule Here