FBI Background Check Apostille in California

Federal Apostille Services for FBI Background Checks — Serving All of California

Need an FBI background check apostille in California?

We provide nationwide federal apostille services for FBI background checks, helping clients throughout California obtain properly apostilled documents for international use.

California has long been a gateway between the U.S. and the Pacific world. Its ports and industries helped shape America’s international trade and defense presence.

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FBI Background Check Apostille Services for California

If you live in California and need to use your FBI background check abroad—for immigration, residency, employment, or legal purposes—it must receive a federal apostille issued by the U.S. Department of State.

State apostilles issued by California authorities are not valid for FBI background checks.

Federal Apostille for FBI Background Checks — $150 Flat Fee

What’s included:

Federal apostille issued in Washington, D.C.
✔ U.S. Department of State fee included
✔ Professional compliance review
Free 2-day domestic U.S. return shipping
✔ Digital scans provided
✔ International shipping available

👉 Start Your FBI Apostille – $150

Who in California Uses This Service?

Clients throughout California commonly need FBI background check apostilles for:

Residency

And visa applications

Employment

Or teaching teaching abroad

Dual citizenship

Or naturalization

Marriage

Or adoptions overseas

International Business

Or licensing

If your destination country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, a federal apostille is required.

Serving Clients Across California

Although the apostille is issued federally in Washington, D.C., clients throughout California—including those near Sacramento—can complete the entire process remotely.

You do not need to:

  • Visit a federal office
  • Travel out of state
  • Appear in person

Everything is handled securely by mail and email.

Don’t Have Your FBI Background Check Yet?

If you’re in California and don’t yet have your FBI background check, we can help you obtain it from start to finish.

FBI Background Check Processing (Optional)

We assist with:

  • Fingerprinting using the FBI FD-258 card
  • Proper submission for FBI processing
  • Secure handling of your results

What to expect:

  • FBI issues the background check as a PDF
  • Typical turnaround: ~72 hours
  • Report delivered directly to your email

Once issued, we proceed immediately with the federal apostille.

👉 Note for background checks: Your FBI background check results will be sent to your email directly. Once received, you will need to forward them to us via PDF through our secure email.

Estimated Timeframes

FBI Background Check

Approximately 72 hours after FBI acceptance.

Federal Apostille (U.S. Department of State)

Priority processing: 10 – 12 working days

Shipping

Free domestic 2-day delivery

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We are a private document processing company and are not affiliated with the FBI or any government agency. All government documents are issued by the appropriate authorities.

Why Clients in California Choose Us

Avoid the hassle. Work with a professional

Specialized

We only work with FBI background checks.

Clear Pricing

Transparent, flat-rate pricing.

Error-free

No state-level apostille errors

Nationwide

National service with local support.

We are a private document processing company and are not affiliated with the FBI or any government agency. All government documents are issued by the appropriate authorities.

How the FBI Background Check Apostille Process Works

01

FBI Background Check Issued

You either:
– Provide your existing FBI background check (PDF), or
– Ask us to obtain it for you

02

Federal Apostille Processing

– Your FBI document is submitted for apostille
– Processing is handled exclusively by the U.S. Department of State
Typical processing time: 10–12 working days

03

Delivery to {city}, California

– You receive digital scans
– Original apostilled document is shipped with free domestic U.S. shipping
– International delivery available if needed

(Department of State timelines are mandatory and cannot be expedited.)

Translation Services in 150+ Languages

If your FBI background check will be used outside the United States, a translation may be required.

We provide:

  • Certified translations
  • Sworn translations (when required)
  • Translation services in 150+ languages
  • Complete translations of:
    • FBI background check
    • Apostille certificate

These translations are prepared specifically for official foreign authorities.

Popular countries requiring translations include Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Colombia, and Brazil.

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Frequently Asked Questions — California

All your burning questions about apostilles, in one place.

Get Started — FBI Background Check Apostille in California

If you’re located in California and need your FBI background check apostilled correctly, transparently, and without delays, we’re here to help.

Fingerprints + FBI Background Check and Apostille Order Form

We apostille your FBI background check. Fast.

10 – 12 working days from start to finish. No one does it faster than us.

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Price: $150.00
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