FBI Authentication Services

FBI Background Check
Apostille & Authentication Services
For International Use

Federal apostille and authentication services for FBI background checks used worldwide.

Nationwide Service • Washington, D.C. Processing • International Delivery

Already Have Your FBI Background Check?

Prismark Takes Care of the Rest.

Send us your FBI Identity History Summary and tell us the country where it will be used.

FBI apostilles are commonly required for residency, employment, education, citizenship, adoption and other matters abroad.

We’ll review the requirements and coordinate the appropriate federal apostille or authentication process.

FBI Background Checks Require Federal Authentication

An FBI Identity History Summary is a federal document. Unlike state-issued documents, it is processed for apostille or authentication through the U.S. Department of State.

The destination country determines whether an apostille or authentication certificate is required.

Not sure what your document requires?

Prismark will review your document and destination requirements before processing.

How the Process Works

1. Send Us Your FBI Background Check

Send Prismark your FBI Identity History Summary for review.

2. Tell Us the Destination Country

We confirm whether an apostille or authentication process is required.

3. Federal Processing

Prismark coordinates processing through the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Standard processing time is 10 business days. Processing times may vary.

4. Additional Authentication, If Required

For certain countries, additional embassy or consular legalization may be required.

5.Completed Documents Returned

Your completed documents are returned by tracked domestic or international delivery.

Apostille or Authentication?

The country where your FBI background check will be used determines the authentication process.

Hague Convention Countries:

Examples include Mexico, Spain, France, Germany, Italy and Japan.

FBI Background Check

→ U.S. Department of State

→ Apostille

→ Ready for use abroad

Non-Hague Countries:

Examples include United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Thailand, Malaysia, Sri Lanka

FBI Background Check

→ U.S. Department of State

→ Authentication Certificate

→ Embassy or Consular Legalization, if required

→ Ready for use abroad

Not sure which process applies?

Prismark will determine the appropriate authentication process based on your destination country.

Why Clients Choose Prismark Signature Services

Nationwide Service

FBI apostille and authentication services for clients throughout the United States and abroad.

Professional Document Review

We review your document and destination requirements before processing begins.

Washington, D.C. Coordination

Federal processing coordinated through our professional Washington, D.C. network.

One Point of Contact

Prismark coordinates the process from document review through completed return delivery.

International Experience

Assistance with apostille, authentication, legalization, translation and international delivery requirements.

A Trusted Choice for Important Documents

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Don't Have Your FBI Background Check Yet?

You’ll Need to Obtain Your FBI Identity History Summary First.

FBI background checks can be obtained directly through the FBI or through an FBI-approved Channeler.

Fingerprinting is required to obtain the FBI background check. Once your report has been issued, Prismark can coordinate the federal apostille or authentication process for international use.

Already have your report?

Translation & International Delivery Services

Depending on the destination country and receiving authority, your FBI background check may require professional translation or additional legalization.

Prismark can coordinate professional translation in over 150 languages, additional authentication or legalization when required, and secure domestic or international return delivery.

The Trusted Choice for Notary & Apostille Services

Los Angeles: Apostille Services

Apostille and document authentication services for international use.

Same-day service available.

Same-Day Apostille Services

Same-day expedited apostille service completed in 4 hours, for qualifying documents.

National Apostille Services

Professional apostille and authentication services for U.S. documents being used Internationally.

Apostille Services:
Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates

Professional apostille processing for California vital records intended for international use.

Translation Services

Parlez-vous français? ¿Habla español?
日本語を話しますか？

Need a certified or notarized translation? We’ve got you covered in over 150 languages.

Servicios de Apostilla en Los Ángeles

Servicio profesional de apostilla para documentos emitidos o notarizados en California que serán utilizados en México, Latinoamérica y otros países.

Apostille Services:
Mexico & Latin America

Professional apostille processing for documents intended for use in Mexico, Central America, South America, and other Latin American countries.

Apostille Services:
Europe & the European Union

Professional apostille services for documents destined for Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, Ireland and other European Union countries.

Need an FBI background check authenticated for use overseas?

Fast, professional coordination from start to finish.

Florida: Apostille Services

Professional apostille, authentication and notary services for Florida documents being used internationally.

New York: Apostille Services

Apostille and document authentication services for international use.

Texas: Apostille Services

Professional apostille, authentication and notary services for Texas documents being used internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an FBI background check apostille, and why might I need one?

An apostille authenticates an FBI Identity History Summary for official use in a Hague Convention country. It may be required for employment, residency, education, adoption, or other matters abroad.

Where is an FBI background check apostilled?

FBI background checks are federal documents and are apostilled through the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., not through a state Secretary of State.

Do I need an apostille or an authentication certificate?

It depends on the destination country. Hague Convention countries generally require an apostille. Non-Hague countries require federal authentication and may require additional embassy or consular legalization.

Does my FBI background check need to be notarized first?

No. An official FBI Identity History Summary does not require notarization before federal apostille or authentication.

Can I use the electronic PDF of my FBI background check?

Electronic FBI results may be used for apostille processing. Send Prismark the complete PDF for review before processing.

Can an FBI background check be apostilled the same day?

No. FBI background checks require federal processing through the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Prismark’s standard processing time is 10 business days.

How recent does my FBI background check need to be?

Requirements vary by destination country and receiving authority. Prismark will review the destination requirements before processing.

Can Prismark help regardless of where I live, even overseas?

Yes. Prismark provides FBI apostille and authentication services nationwide and assists clients living outside the United States.

What if my FBI background check is going to a non-Hague country?

The document generally requires federal authentication and may also require legalization through the destination country’s embassy or consulate.

Can Prismark coordinate translation?

Yes. Professional translation can be coordinated when required by the destination country or receiving authority.

Can my completed documents be shipped internationally?

Yes. Prismark can coordinate tracked international delivery of completed documents.

Start Your FBI Authentication Request

Ready to Get Started?

Send Prismark your FBI background check and tell us the country where it will be used. We’ll review the requirements and coordinate the appropriate federal apostille or authentication process.

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