We personally walk your FBI background check into the U.S. Department of State for the fastest turnaround in the country. 7 to 10 business days. No waiting 5 to 12 weeks. Available to anyone, anywhere in the U.S. and worldwide.
No hidden fees. No confusing pricing tiers. Most companies advertise one price then charge extra for return shipping. We do not do that. What you see is what you pay.
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You can absolutely do that. Here is what the experience looks like compared to using our service.
| Mail It Yourself | Fingerprints & Apostilles | |
|---|---|---|
| Turnaround | 5 to 12+ weeks | 7 to 10 business days |
| Paperwork | You fill out every form | We handle everything |
| Cost | $20 apostille fee + your shipping | $120 all-in (shipping included) |
| Tracking | None | Status updates throughout |
| Risk of Rejection | High (incorrect forms, missing items) | We catch issues before submission |
| Return Shipping | Extra cost, you arrange | 2-day shipping included |
There is only one way to get an expedited apostille from the Department of State, and that is to walk it in personally. We do exactly that.
Not 5 to 12 weeks. We personally walk your documents into the Department of State in Washington, D.C. This is the only way to get expedited processing.
You do not need to be in Virginia, D.C., or Maryland. As long as you have your FBI background check, we handle the rest from anywhere in the U.S. or internationally.
2-day return shipping is included in the price. Overnight shipping and international shipping are also available for an additional fee. Or pick up in person at our Alexandria office.
You send us the FBI background check. We take care of every form, every submission requirement, and every interaction with the Department of State. Zero work on your end.
We have been doing this for 8+ years and our reputation speaks for itself. 400+ five-star Google reviews from real customers.
$120 for the first document. $95 for each additional. 2-day shipping included. That is the full price. No surprise charges, no extra fees for forms or processing.
The process is straightforward whether you already have your FBI background check or need to start from scratch.
Visit one of our 3 Virginia locations in Alexandria, Fredericksburg, or Montclair, Virginia. Results in as low as 30 minutes.
Upload your FBI background check through our site, email it, or drop it off at our Alexandria office. We take it from there.
We personally walk your documents into the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. for expedited processing.
Your apostilled document is shipped back with 2-day shipping included. Overnight and international options available.
After you order, you get a dedicated point of contact and a personal tracking page where you can check the status of your apostille at any time. You also receive automated email and text updates at every stage: order received, document verified, submitted to the Department of State, apostille picked up, and shipped back to you with a tracking number. You know the ready date as soon as we drop your documents off for processing. No waiting in the dark. No chasing your own order.
If you are relocating abroad, studying overseas, or applying for foreign visas, there is a good chance you will need one.
Moving to Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, or other countries requires an apostilled FBI background check for residency visas.
Learn moreUniversities and visa offices in many countries require apostilled background checks before enrollment or visa approval.
Learn moreEmployers and governments abroad commonly require apostilled FBI background checks as part of work visa and employment authorization processes.
Get startedApplying for citizenship in another country almost always requires an apostilled FBI background check. We personally walk it into the Department of State for the fastest turnaround in the country.
Learn moreCountries offering digital nomad visas such as Portugal, Spain, and others typically require apostilled FBI background checks.
Learn moreCoaches, trainers, and athletes competing internationally may need apostilled background checks to participate or work abroad.
Get startedEvery country has different requirements for apostilled FBI background checks. Select your destination to see specific visa types, use cases, and what to expect.
Non-lucrative visa, student visa, work visa, Golden Visa, and more.
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View guideElective residency, work visa, student visa, and Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis).
View guideEU Blue Card, freelancer visa, employment visa, student visa, family reunification.
View guideVLS-TS long-stay visa, Talent Passport, student visa, work visa, family reunification.
View guideTemporary resident visa, permanent resident visa, work visa, student visa, retirement.
View guideEmployment visa, Golden Visa, freelancer permit, family visa, business setup.
View guideE-2 teaching visa, E-7 professional visa, D-8 investment, marriage, permanent residency.
View guideDon't Have Your FBI Background Check Yet?
You do not need to arrive with your FBI background check in hand. We handle the entire process from fingerprints to apostille under one roof. Get fingerprinted at one of our three Virginia locations, receive your results in as low as 30 minutes, and we take it straight to the Department of State.
Overseas or already have a completed fingerprint card? Mail us your card and we will handle the FBI submission and apostille from there.
Book an appointment, get fingerprinted, and walk out. We handle everything from there. Your apostilled FBI background check arrives at your door.
If your clients regularly need FBI background check apostilles, our Partner Program gives you white-label fulfillment infrastructure. Your clients see your brand. We handle everything behind the scenes. Same 7 to 10 day turnaround, same quality, zero operational burden on your end.
Your clients already have their FBI background check. Add apostilles as a seamless extension of your service.
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Learn moreWhite-label apostille fulfillment for your relocating employees and assignees. One portal, branded to you.
Learn moreYour clients need apostilled FBI background checks. We walk them into the Department of State and handle the entire process.
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Learn moreSubmit your FBI background check and we will have it apostilled and back to you in 7 to 10 business days. 2-day shipping included. 400+ five-star reviews. Questions? Contact us or call (571) 384-4491.