What is an Apostille?
An apostille is a specialized certification issued by the U.S. Secretary of State (or the relevant state authority) that verifies a document’s legitimacy for international use. It is required under the Hague Apostille Convention for member countries. For non-member countries, documents require authentication (often called “authentication” or “legalization”) through the U.S. Department of State.
Common uses include:
- Immigration and visa applications
- International employment or adoption processes
- Foreign real estate transactions
- University admissions abroad
- Marriage or dual citizenship applications
FBI Background Check Apostille – Fast & Reliable Process
Many countries require an FBI criminal background check (Identity History Summary) apostilled for visas, residency, or work permits. Alabama Fingerprint Solutions streamlines the entire process:
- Fingerprint Capture — We collect your fingerprints via live scan or ink cards and transmit them electronically to the FBI.
- FBI Results — Receive your FBI background check PDF typically within 24-48 hours.
- Submission for Apostille — Upload the PDF to our website. We submit it to the U.S. Department of State for apostille or authentication.
- Document Translation— We offer translation to many languages. Tell us the language you want translation to in the Special Instructions section of the upload form.
- Expedited Service— We only offer expedited apostille service (typically returned in 7 to 10 business days, excluding Fridays).
- Learn more about our FBI Fingerprinting services.
Additional Document Apostille Services
We handle state-level apostilles for a wide range of supporting documents required for international applications:
- Birth and Marriage Certificates — Submitted to the state of issuance (e.g., Alabama Secretary of State).
- Notarized Documents — We provide mobile or in-office notarization, followed by apostille through the Alabama Secretary of State.
- Proof of Income, Employment Letters, or Affidavits — Often needed to show financial stability for foreign visas.
- Diplomas, Transcripts, and Corporate Documents — University or business records requiring authentication.
- We only process state-level apostilles from our Madison office.
Why Choose Alabama Fingerprint Solutions for Apostille?
- One-Stop Service — Fingerprinting + FBI transmission + apostille submission.
- Expedited Processing Available — Save weeks on urgent visa deadlines.
- Mobile Fingerprinting — We come to you for convenience. Learn about mobile services.
- Expert Guidance — Clear instructions on the apostille/authentication process.
- Secure & Compliant — Fully compliant with FBI, State Department, and Hague Convention standards.
- Convenient Locations — Serving all of Alabama with multiple offices.
Related Services:
- FD-258 Fingerprint Cards
- ATF Fingerprinting / EFT
- FDLE Fingerprinting for Florida
- Department of Defense SWFT Fingerprinting
Ready to Get Your Documents Apostilled?
Call us today at 833-PRINT10 (833-774-6810) to discuss your specific needs. We’ll guide you through every step—no matter where you’re located.
If you already have your FBI background check and are ready to start the apostille process, click the button below to go to our apostille upload form. We have fast, reliable apostille services in Alabama for immigration, visas, and international requirements.
Alabama Fingerprint Solutions is – Your trusted partner for fingerprinting and document authentication.