South Florida Apostille Services
Hours 9am-6pm. Mon-Fri.
From Fingerprints to Apostille — We Handle the Entire Process. Nationwide.
If you need an apostille for your FBI background check, South Florida Apostille Services makes the entire process simple and straightforward. Whether you need it for employment abroad, immigration, a foreign visa, or residency in another country — we guide you from obtaining your FBI report all the way through to your completed apostille. We serve clients throughout Florida and across the United States.
What is an FBI Background Check Apostille?
An apostille is an internationally recognized certification that authenticates the origin and legitimacy of a document for use in foreign countries. When a foreign government, employer, embassy, or consulate requests an FBI background check with an apostille, they are asking for two things:
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An official FBI Identity History Summary — a comprehensive record of your criminal history issued by the FBI.
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An apostille certification — confirming the document is legitimate and was issued by a recognized U.S. authority.
Together, these two documents give foreign governments the verification they need to process your application — whether for employment, immigration, residency, or a visa.
Why Do Countries Require an FBI Background Check with an Apostille?
Countries require this combination for a variety of reasons. The FBI background check provides a comprehensive record of an individual's criminal history, confirming they meet the legal and security requirements of the host country. The apostille adds an additional layer of authentication — confirming the FBI report is a legitimate document issued by a recognized U.S. government authority.
Common reasons people need an FBI background check apostille include:
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✅ Foreign employment or work visa applications
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✅ Immigration and permanent residency applications
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✅ Retirement abroad — Spain, Mexico, Portugal, Italy, Philippines and more
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✅ International adoption proceedings
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✅ Foreign student visa applications
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✅ Obtaining foreign citizenship or dual citizenship
FBI Background Check Apostille Processing Times
FBI background check apostille processing times differ from standard Florida apostille processing times. The following timelines apply:
⚡ Expedited: 10–12 business days*
📋 Standard: 5+ weeks
Processing times begin once your completed FBI background check report has been received and your apostille order has been submitted. We recommend expedited processing for clients with upcoming travel, visa appointments, or employment start dates.
*Business days, excluding holidays and weekends.
The FBI Background Check and Apostille Process — Step by Step
Getting your FBI background check apostille involves two separate stages. Here is exactly how it works:
Obtain Your FBI Background Check
Submit your fingerprints through an FBI-approved channeler using live scan fingerprinting. Results are typically received within 1–5 business days. Choose an approved location from the official FBI list below and follow their instructions to complete your fingerprint scan.
Order Your Apostille
You will received you FBI background check report via email. Open the email and download the report to your computer. Place your apostille order online or by phone. You can upload the FBI report during the order process or you can reply to the order confirmation email you receive with FBI report attached. We will submit your document for government processing and return your completed apostille to you by your chosen method.
Receive Your Completed Apostille
South Florida Apostille Services will facilitate the entire apostille process and return your completed apostille attached to the original FBI background check report. Simply submit your completed apostille and FBI background check to the requesting party — foreign attorney, embassy, consulate, or employer.
Serving Clients Throughout the United States
South Florida Apostille Services processes FBI background check apostilles for clients throughout Florida and across the United States. No matter where you are located — we can handle your apostille from start to finish.
Florida clients can also take advantage of our Tampa apostille service, Miami apostille service, Orlando apostille service, and all areas statewide.
Ready to Get Started?
If you need an apostille for your FBI background check, South Florida Apostille Services is ready to help. We serve clients throughout Florida and nationwide — via online document upload, mail-in service, and onsite service.
📞 Call us: 800-208-2128
📧 Email us: info@southfloridaapostilleservices.com
🕐 Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm EST