APOSTILLE
What is an Apostille
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Federal Documents
An Apostille, (a-pos-TEE, French for certification), is a certificate that authenticates the signature of a document. The Apostille verifies the authenticity of a public official’s signature and seal. Apostilles are only used in countries outside of the United States.
Apostille Federal Documents
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Federal Documents
Apostille your federal documents with ease as we take out all of the guesswork. Here are a few examples of federal documents that can be Apostilled: FBI Background Checks, FBI Rap Sheets, Passports, v Abroad, Certificate of Naturalization, Patents, Trademarks
Apostille Vital Records
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Vital Records across the United States no matter what state the vital record document originated from. Here are a few examples of vital records that can be Apostilled: Birth Certificates, Marriage Certificates, Divorce Certificates, & Death Certificate
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Public / Corporate / Educational Documents
Apostille Public, Corporate, and Education documents such as Transcripts, Diplomas, Certifications, Articles of Incorporation, Operating Agreement Affidavits, Power of Attorney, Passport Certified Copies, Travel Consent Letters, Single Status Affidavits, Bank Statements, Driver's License Certified Copies
Why Would You Need an Apostilled FBI Background Check?
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
An apostille is a certification that verifies the authenticity of a U.S. document for use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Countries like Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Ukraine require an apostille on your FBI background check for legal purposes, ensuring that the document is recognized as valid in their jurisdictions.
Dual Citizenship
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
Many Americans applying for dual citizenship in countries like Spain or Portugal must provide an apostilled FBI background check as part of the application process. This serves as proof that you have no criminal record, a requirement for obtaining dual nationality.
Visa and Work Permits
Legal Requirements in Foreign Countries
Visa and Work Permits
Several countries ask for an apostilled FBI background check when applying for work permits, especially for government or sensitive sectors like law enforcement or education. The apostille ensures that the foreign government recognizes the background check as legitimate and verified.
Why Would Someone Need an FBI Background Check?
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
Many countries, such as Spain, Portugal, Greece, and Ukraine, require an FBI background check when applying for visas, residency, or dual citizenship. It helps these countries assess an applicant's criminal history before granting long-term residency or citizenship rights. For example, Spain often requests an FBI background check for those applying for the Non-Lucrative Visa, and Portugal requires it for the Golden Visa Program.
EMPLOYMENT ABROAD
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
If you plan to work in a foreign country, especially in positions related to education, healthcare, or government, many countries require an FBI background check to ensure that you have no criminal record in the U.S.
Marriage or Adoption
IMMIGRATION AND RESIDENCY
Marriage or Adoption
Some countries request an apostilled FBI background check for legal processes such as marriage to a foreign national or international adoption. Greece and Ukraine, for instance, are common countries that require an apostille for these purposes.