How to Get FBI Background Check APOSTILLED 

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I was literally just going to ask that question, thank you! The website seems to indicate you do need it 🤷

Hi Isabella, just wondering if you got your FBI background check back with the apostille. If so, how long did it take?

Requesting the apostille is a difference process. I have a different video on that.

It is awesome and very informative. But I am still confused about notarizing it before submitting it. 😮

THANK YOU

You’re welcome!

My pleasure.

My pleasure.

You’re welcome.

Thanks! Noted 👍

Glad it was helpful!

My pleasure 👍

Glad it was helpful.

My pleasure. You're welcome.

Have you received your documents back? If so how long did it take?

​@@louisflores5434 It took around 10 weeks.

My pleasure.

You’re very welcome.

My pleasure. 👍

no

You’re welcome.

The exact payment instructions are on the DS 4194.

hey, did you ever figure this out? i have the same question

You're welcome. Correct.

Authentication and apostille are used interchangeably there. If you fill out the form completely and send with the FBI IHS, you'll get an apostiled FBI IHS returned. Good luck.

@@ParvizMalakouti Amazing. Thanks so much for your help.

No

Yes.

It is $20. Also, the US Department of State updated the DS 4194 last month to a newer version. FYI, the newer version now includes the added verbiage of "We do not return documents FedEx and in multiple envelopes." The old version allowed for Fed Ex shipping, but the new one does not. Unfortunately for me, I already sent all my documents to them before they made the change. So, now I am still awaiting a reply from them by using their 'Contact Us' section regarding what will happen to my documents since Fed Ex is what I used to send everything in 7 weeks ago.

$20, as I say in the video.

www.malakoutilaw.com/fbibackgroundcheck

I only ask bc the form’s mention of “company” made me a little uncertain.

I've spoken to the office of authentications several times. They say they give priority processing only to FBI IdHS reports (ostensibly b/c they tend to be time sensitive for requestors). Beyond that, they've not told me they give priority to any other type of document. They also say that apostille requests sent with a tracking number (as opposed to just stamps alone) are processed a bit faster by their office, having to do with how quickly those requests get from their mail room to the office. My impression is that your experience was a combination of luck and perhaps quicker than usual processing times right when they had your FBI IdHS. Remember - the processing times fluctuate a lot depending on workflow and their Human Resources. Good luck.

@@ParvizMalakouti Oh, thank you so much for your reply, and finally clarifying this otherwise weird situation. It's good to hear that they indeed prioritize issuing apostilles for FBI background check reports. I understand it may still be longer than desired, nevertheless your explanation makes perfect sense. Believe me, even an 8-week turnaround time would work for me... but most definitely not longer. One more question if you don't mind. Just to clarify. Requests with a tracking number.... you mean any services like USPS Priority mail and such, that automatically come with tracking numbers, right? That's what I intend to do. And I'll even spring for an overnight delivery. Thanks a lot for your help!

@@mercurymoon905 Correct. Good luck.

That depends on authority asking you for the FBI background check.

I had a case like that and had to have the document Apostilled first and then the whole thing translated, a certified translation.

​@@aenglish8615 if i am not in the United States, how can i get my Record apostilled? I am in Argentina, is there a way to get my record apostilled online?

What did you find finally do in this case?

$20 per document.

You're welcome. Yes, it is. Good luck.

@@ParvizMalakouti Do you know how payment would work? As I don't know if cheques or money orders would work internationally?

Yes, I also have this question because I am currently located in Brazil and would like it mailed to me directly after being apostilled

Hi, was this fine in the end ? I’m currently in the same situation and I’m about ready to send it to get apostilled

It’s not a problem.

I don’t understand your question.

Oh I just read some of the comments...I guess I do NOT need to have it notarized first???

No notarization is required.

This video is only about how to get the FBI background check (identity history summary) apostilled. There is no public notary process involved. Good luck.

True, notarization doesn't apply to Federal documents, so it's confusing that they would mention it! FYI - On the other hand, notarization applies to documents such as POAs, Affidavits, etc. And even so, these documents will typically require a State level Apostille, obtained by sending it to the Secretary of State office of the state that the Notary is commissioned in. And excellent video by attorney Purvis to explain the Federal background check Apostille process! 👍🏽

One fee per each apostille.

Both are listed in the DS 4194 instructions.

Thank you kindly @@ParvizMalakouti

Yes, this is the part I do not understand. Can you answer this please???

@@dgfj2b754 He’s not because then you wouldn’t need him.

Yes, I had this question too!!

The FBI Background check does not need to be notarized before sending it to the US State Department for the apostille. I called the US Office of Authentications this week to clarify because I had the same question. Best of luck!

@@NaturallyHarrison where did you find their phone number? I only see a contact form to fill out on the website, but since I use Skype I can't use the form.

I’m sorry one more thing will this be the same process if it’s someone who is trying to quit their Columbian nationality they don’t have a social security number

The apostille fee is $20. With regards to renouncing Colombian nationality - that's an entirely different issue than what's discussed in this video. Good luck.

I haven’t seen one shorter than two pages. Good luck.

Please clarify.... Did you mean to say that you received an APOSTILLE for your FBI background report in 5 weeks or the report itself? By the way, since you mentioned NY.... I assume you're based on NY. So am I. When I requested an apostille for this kind of report... (in December 2022), it took a total of 40 days to get it even though the notary public had said upfront that it might take up to 3 months. He had no reason to lie, because I was even willing to pay extra to get it asap, but he said it's no use, because based on his experience with other clients.... many clients have had to wait that long and even longer to get an apostille for various fed documents. When I got it that in 40 days, he said that I got lucky. Well, now I need to get another fbi background check report + apostille, but every notary public I've spoken with said that it takes 8-weeks or longer... Have you heard anything like that? I'm now inclined to submit a request for an apostille myself as per this video. I'm just concerned about the turnaround time, because these background check reports are only good for 90 days anyway. I've called many notary public offices; so they can't all be talking out of their butt. They are all quick to point out that it's been a problem since covid times. I just don't know how much of a problem it really is. Some still maintain that it might take up to 3 months. 8 weeks is much more close to your previous experience, as well as mine.

Apostilles from US Dept of State are taking 8 to 12 weeks. Sumner is a busier time so they have an influx during spring/summer and holidays

I answered that in the video.

I’ve only ever sent both pages, so I’m not sure.

You’re welcome. Spain. Good luck!

Thank you!

The one that says mailing address.

i watched a couples youtube video from where they were applying for a digital nomad visa in croatia and they were denied due to a dui over 10 years ago. Nobody seemed to be very helpful to them so they ended up giving up on the application

Yes, I am sure. Good luck!

No notary. Just sent the FBI IHS to DOS for apostille - I have another video showing how to do that. Good luck!

@@ParvizMalakouti thank you!

You’re welcome.

@@rachelbyrne4807 did it work? Did you need the apostille? I will be moving to Slovenia (neighboring country) and want to know if it is okay to just send it in without being notarized since the website says to do it. Did you get your FBI check apostilled without notarizing it first? Thanks for clarifying!

Deborah Reidy. If you want an email introduction, you can email info@malakoutilaw.com and we'll put you in touch.

I did post the link, as I mentioned in the video.

I answered this question in the video.

Hi Diana - you're welcome to book a consultation with our office if you'd individual instruction.

I can't answer about your specific situation without knowing the visa requirements. Feel free to book a consultation with my office if you want to get into the details.

Hi Jade. Im applying for the same visa and Im a little bit confused. Could you please let me know if you had to notarize the document first? Thanks in advance.

@@juansebastiangodoy9125 Hi! I actually just got the document back today! I did not need to notarize it! Just make sure to have the cashier’s check and the application filled out in the envelope with a send back envelope!

@@jadetoledano6276 Thank you so much! How long it took to you to receive the apostille from the day you sent it?

@@juansebastiangodoy9125 i sent it June 16th and got it back today, July 20th

I always send both pages, to be safe.

It depends on what purpose you’re using it for. Good luck.

@@ParvizMalakouti does it need to be notarized for Spanish (Spain) student visas?

@@dgfj2b754 I studied abroad in Spain, and yes I did have to get my background check notarized before getting it apostilled. Check with your bank because many banks including my bank (Navy Federal Credit Union) provide free notary services to their members/customers. Best of luck!

I don’t know what you’re referring to as “different papers.” As I wrote to another commentator, I believe bear practice is to submit different requests in different envelopes.

Yes, I have videos on both processes.

I have no idea - that’s a different report.

I misspoke in the video on what the mistakenly written number is. It previously said $8 which, of course, is not accurate. The apostille fee is still $20. Good luck.

I’d have no idea without knowing what you’re requesting the document for! Good luck.

Notarization isn't required to apostille the FBI IdHS.

No way to answer this without having much more detail about your situation. You're welcome to book a consultation to discuss, if you like.

Yes, it might.

It all depends on what agency or entity is asking you for the report. They decide whether they require or not, based on their regs or law. I I will say the majority of apostille countries asking for an FBI report will not accept an unopened envelope in lieu of the apostille. Good luck.

@@ParvizMalakouti Can't speak for the majority, but in Portugal, it is allowed. - just don't open it. The problem is policies arent law, and each office staff person that creates one makes compliance a slippery slope.

The office of authentications doesn’t require it. Whoever’s requesting the document from you may. Good luck 👍

$20 for the whole document.

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8 to 12 weeks. They are processing May's documents right now. You can also call and get a status check. Yours may not even be in the system yet since it's only been 5 weeks. But you can call them.

That depends on who you’re sending the FBI background check to and for what purpose. I wouldn’t be able to answer that…

Good luck.

She is asking if she needs to fill out a ds 4194 for each request.

There are currently no walk in services available at U.S. office of authentications.

@@ParvizMalakouti thank you for this information

Correct. That's for people who don't pay a fee to the USPS or a livescan location to roll their fingerprints.

No, you just need to fill out the form I mentioned in the video.

@@ParvizMalakouti Thank you. Do I make the check payable to U.S. Department of State? Or Secretary of State?

@@nsong5771 These questions are answered in the instructions. You might want to read them.

@@nsong5771 U.S. Department of State is your answer, Audrie.

Photocopies of an apostilled document won’t be accepted as an apostilled document.

Hi Coleen, You can get an apostille of an FBI IdHS within 2 weeks?

@@ParvizMalakouti Yes we can.

We can also get passport renewals or new passports in 7-9 business days

With all due respect, I am skeptical. How are you able to get apostilles within 2 weeks?