Documents issued by Federal agencies—such as FBI Background Checks, Social Security letters, or Certificates of Naturalization—cannot be authenticated by the State of California. They must be processed directly by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C.
Navigating the federal bureaucracy is complex and time-consuming. We simplify the process by acting as your liaison. We review your documents to ensure they meet strict federal criteria before they ever leave your hands, preventing weeks of delays due to rejection.
Full service for FBI Background Checks (Apostille only).
Common Questions
Common Questions About Federal Apostilles
Which documents go to the US Dept of State?
Documents signed by a Federal Official. The most common are FBI Background Checks, Social Security Income letters, Certificates of Naturalization, and USDA/FDA certificates.
Can you Apostille a PDF FBI background check?
Yes! If you received your FBI background check as a PDF from an approved channeler, you can email it to us. We will print it on the correct tamper-proof paper required by the US Department of State.
What if my document is notarized?
If a document is notarized (state level), it usually goes to the Secretary of State first. However, if it requires Embassy Legalization for a non-Hague country, it must go: Notary > State > US Dept of State > Embassy. We manage this full chain.
How fast is the process?
The US Office of Authentications changes its processing times frequently. While mail-in service can take months, our courier service dramatically reduces this time. Contact us for the current turnaround estimate.