UPDATED October 2024: Where do I get Apostille for FBI background check? Step by step instructions.

Table of contents

1. How to obtain FBI Background check.
2. How to obtain Apostille certificate for FBI background check.
3. Return instructions.

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An Apostille is a certification provided by the U.S. Department of State that verifies the authenticity of a document for use in a foreign country. To obtain an Apostille for an FBI background check, you can follow these steps:

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1. Obtain a copy of your FBI Background check from the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division. You can request a copy of your Background check through the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division's website or by mail.

a. Complete the Applicant Information Form

b. Get Your Fingerprints

c. Pay

An Identity History Summary Check (Rap Sheet) costs $18 per person. You cannot pay extra for faster service.

You can pay by:

• Credit Card using the Credit Card Payment Form. Don’t forget to include the expiration date of the credit card that you are using.
• Money Order or Certified Check for $18 U.S. dollars made payable to the Treasury of the United States. Sign where required.

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d. Mail Your Required Materials

• Signed Applicant Information Form
• Fingerprint Card
• Payment of $18 U.S. dollars per person (use the Credit Card Payment Form if you are paying by credit card) to

FBI CJIS Division – Summary Request
1000 Custer Hollow Road
Clarksburg, WV 26306

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2. Submit your background check and the required fee to the U.S. Department of State's Authentications Office.

a. Complete Form DS-4194. Include your full name, phone number, address, and document's country of use in Section 4 of Form DS-4194.

b. Be sure to include a trackable self-address envelope such as UPS or USPS. Do not include FedEx.

c. The fee to authenticate documents has increased to $20 per document for all services. The check or money order must be payable to the “U.S. Department of State.”

Form DS-4194 has expired and includes the previous fee. Please use the expired form and include the new price of $20 for all services.

The processing of your request is 10 to 11 weeks from the date State Department receives it. They offer mail-in service, but State Department does not currently provide in-person appointment service.

d. Mail your packet to the following address:

Office of Authentications
U.S. Department of State
CA/PPT/S/TO/AUT
44132 Mercure Circle
P.O. Box 1206
Sterling, VA  20166-1206

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3. New Rule Effective October 1, 2024: DC Mobile Notary Offers Faster Apostille Processing for FBI Background Checks

Since October 1, DC Mobile Notary has processed apostilles for FBI background checks in just 7-8 business days—the fastest service available! Our DC-based team submits documents directly to the U.S. Department of State, ensuring swift processing.

Additionally, we offer state-level apostille services that can be completed within 1 business day for those needing expedited solutions.

Here is the link: https://www.dcmobilenotary.com/apostille-fbi