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Petition for Name Change Apostille

Do you need an apostille on your Petition for Name Change?

A Petition for Name Change issued from the local District Court (Federal Court) must be an original certified copy signed and stamped by the Deputy Clerk. The signature must be an original signature.  This document should also include at lease one embossment (raised seal)  We have provided an example below for review.

If you do not have an original signed copy, please contact the local District Court and speak with the Deputy Clerk for instructions.

Obtaining an apostille can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the Apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

ClicInternational Apostille Services Order Formsk the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

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Criminal Background Check Apostille

Do you need to apostille your Criminal Background Check?

Are you planning to study abroad?  Are you requesting dual citizenship with Italy, Spain, or Mexico?

Below are the most common reasons why another country would ask for you to obtain an apostille on your criminal background check:

  • Traveling / VISA
  • Retiring
  • Dual Citizenship
  • Marriage/ Wedding
  • Teaching
  • Adoption
  • Studying Abroad
  • Inheritance
  • Purchasing Property
  • and more!

A background check can be issued by the FBI, Police, Sheriff, and State.  Most all countries will accept an FBI apostille.  If you have already obtained a background check, please be sure it’s been issued within the past 90 days before you mail it to our office with our order forms.

In order to apostille your background check, you must mail in the original or a certified copy to our office for processing.  Digital FBI background checks can be sent by email to our Washington DC apostille office.  A Background check issued from the local Police, Sheriff, or State office can only be authenticated from the State of issue.  The Secretary of State does not have the authority to authenticate documents issued from another State. For example, if your background check is from the State of California, the State of California is the only state that can issue the apostille.  Another example is if your background check is from New York, only the State of New York can issue the apostille.

Local Police Station Background Check – If the requesting country is requesting a local Police background check, then all you need to do is have a letter drafted and notarized by the local police department.  Once your background check is ready to be picked-up, you will need to contact a local traveling notary to meet with the Officer to notarize his/her signature on the document.  The notary will also need to use the correct notarial wording for the State.  Once complete, mail the notarized background check with our order forms to our office for processing.

Local Sheriff’s Department Background Check – If the requesting country is requesting a local Sheriff’s Department background check, then all you need to do is have a letter drafted and notarized by the local Sheriff’s department.  Once your background check is ready to be picked-up, you will need to contact a local traveling notary to meet with the Deputy to notarize his/her signature on the document.  The notary will also need to use the correct notarial wording for the State.  Once complete, mail the notarized background check with our order forms to our office for processing.

Department of Justice Background Check(DOJ) – Office of the Attorney General – Obtaining a background check from the State’s Department of Justice can be a little more complicated.  For example, if you are in California, you’ll need to contact the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and obtained a signed letter after you have received the digital results.  The Office of the Attorney General of your State will provide you step-by-step directions.  Please note that not all state offices issue a background check.  They may direct you to the local Police or Sheriff. 

FBI Background check – The first step in obtaining your FBI Background Check is to contact an FBI Approved Channeler. An FBI Channeler will provide you step by step instructions including sending you a fingerprint card. Once you receive your background check, you can then mail-in this document to our Washington DC apostille office for processing.  If you are located outside of the country and need to obtain your FBI background check, the FBI approved Channeler will provide you instructions on how to obtain a digital copy of your FBI background check.  Once you receive the digital copy, you can email it to our with our FBI apostille order forms for processing.

If you have any questions, please call us:

Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
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Obtaining an apostille can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the Apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

ClicInternational Apostille Services Order Formsk the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

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FBI Background Check for Spain

Do you need to apostille your FBI criminal background check for Spain?

At National Apostille, Inc., we take the guesswork out of obtaining an apostille on your FBI Criminal Background Check.  We can apostille FBI background checks issued within the past 90 days through the US Department of State in Washington D.C.

Most countries will only accept background checks issued and apostilled within the past 90 days.  If your background check is older, you will need to obtain a new one.  For some countries, you may also need to obtain a State issued background check.  For example, state background checks issued from the local Police, Sheriff’s Department, or a State background check.

The first step is to contact an approved FBI Channeler to assist you in obtaining your FBI background check.  Please contact us for a list of recommended FBI Channelers.  If the FBI Channeler is unable to help, please contact the FBI directly.  More information here: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks

If you receive your FBI background check in a digital format (PDF copy), go ahead and e-mail it to us with the completed order form and credit card authorization form.  If you receive your FBI background by regular mail (Hard copy), go ahead and mail it to our Washington DC office with our order forms Washington DC Apostille Order Forms.  We can process a digital PDF copy or a hard copy.  It’s your choice.

An FBI background check cannot be notarized nor processed through any Secretary of State offices.  For example, an FBI background check cannot be processed in New York.  The only office able to apostille this document is the US Department of State – Office of Authentications in Washington DC.

Our staff in Washington DC will hand deliver and pick up your documents through the US Department of State – Office of Authentications in four business days.  We also provide FedEx overnight return shipping at no additional cost.  For example, if we receive your FBI background check on Monday before 2pm, it will be completed on Friday and shipped out by FedEx priority overnight.  This is the absolute fastest service in Washington D.C.

Obtaining an apostille on your travel consent form can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the Apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

ClicInternational Apostille Services Order Formsk the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

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IRS Form 6166 Apostille

Do you need an apostille on your U.S. Residency Certificate IRS Form 8802 / 6166?

At National Apostille Inc., we take the guesswork out of getting an apostille on your IRS documents.  Our trained and knowledgeable staff are available Monday – Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow step-by-step instructions.

Form 8802, Application for United States Residency Certification is used to request a certificate of residency, Form 6166, that residents of the United States may need to claim income tax treaty benefits and certain other tax benefits in Hague Apostille Countries.

U.S. treaty partners require the IRS to certify that the company or person claiming treaty benefits is a resident of the United States for the federal tax purposes. The IRS provides this residency certification on Form 6166.  This letter is typically referred to U.S. Residency Certification.

Form 6166 is a letter printed on U.S. Department of Treasury stationary certifying that the company or person is a resident of the United States for purposes of income tax laws of the United States. You may use this form to claim income tax treaty benefits and certain other tax benefits in foreign countries.

Here is an example of IRS Form 6166:

If you are planning to teach in a country who has a tax treaty with the United States, you can possibly avoid being taxed twice.  We recommend that you contact the IRS to know if the country has a tax treaty with the United States.

Many business set up representation in foreign countries in order to conduct business in that country.  If the country has a tax treaty with the United States, the individual or company must provide proof to the foreign government in order to qualify for the reduced tax rate.  Form 6166 is also used to claim exemption from a VAT (Value Added Tax) imposed by a foreign country.

Tax treaties may allow residents of foreign countries to be taxed at a reduced rate.  This helps prevent double taxation or a reduction in taxes owed.

In order to obtain an apostille on Form 6166, you must first obtain this document by completing form 8802.  It is estimated that you will receive this form in a few weeks from the IRS.  Once you have received the form printed on the Department of Treasury stationary, you can then mail-in this letter to our Washington, D.C. office for processing through the U.S. Department of State.  Our processing time is four business days and we do provide FedEx 1-2 day return service.

National Apostille, Inc. is the leader in document certification, legalization, attestation, and apostille services.

Obtaining an apostille can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the Apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

ClicInternational Apostille Services Order Formsk the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

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FBI Apostille Background Check

Do you need to apostille your FBI background check?

A background check originating from the FBI can be processed through our Washington DC Apostille office.  Documents received at our office by 2pm are processed the following business day through the US Department of State.  Our processing time is four business days plus FedEx overnight return shipping.

Most countries will accept an FBI background check issued within the past three months.  If your background check is older than three months, please contact us for instructions on how to order a new copy.  Please note that FBI background checks can only be processed through our Washington DC apostille office. This document is a U.S. Federal document and cannot be notarized or processed through a Secretary of State office.

Have you already received your FBI background check?  Have you received a digital copy or a hard copy?  If you haven’t started the process of obtaining your background check, we recommend that you contact an approved FBI channeler.

FBI Channelers can issue a digital copy of your background check in a PDF Format and a hard copy. The digital copy can be e-mailed to you while the hard copy will be physically mailed to your address.   If you are in a foreign country, be sure to request a digital copy to save time and money.

Once you receive the digital copy in a PDF format, go ahead and e-mail it to FBI@stateapostille.com with our completed order forms.

If you decide to mail in your FBI background check, the address will be listed on the top right hand side of the order forms.

Processing time: 4 business days (Estimated)
Cost: As low as $75 for each apostille.
Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-800-903-2470
Email: FBI@stateapostille.com

Download our order forms:
FBI Apostille Order Form (PDF Format)
FBI Apostille Credit Card Authorization Form (PDF Format)

We also recommend that you download the following forms:
Schedule of State of U.S. Federal Fees (PDF Format)
Schedule of Embassy and Consulate Fees (PDF Format)
State Jurisdiction Forms (PDF Format)
Translation Request Form (PDF Format)

Here are a few commonly asked questions….

Question: Who should I contact to obtain an FBI background check?
Answer: Please call us for a list of recommend FBI channelers.  Our office is open from 8am to 7pm Monday-Saturday.  Live chat is also available during these hours. Prefer to email? FBI@stateapostille.com

Question: My FBI background check is older than three months, is that going to be a problem?
Answer: Yes, most countries will only accept a background check issued within the past three months.  Please double check with the country requesting your documents for specific instructions.

Question: Will I also need a State issued background check?
Answer: Some countries may request a State issued background check in addition to your FBI background check.  A state background check can be issued by local police, Sheriff, and State office.

Question: What is the current processing time?
Answer: The current processing time is four business days plus FedEx overnight return shipping. We are the fastest service provider in Washington, D.C.

Question: Can you process a digital FBI background check in a PDF format?
Answer: Yes, we can.  Please email your FBI background check to FBI@stateapostille.com with our completed order forms.  Be sure to include a password if one is required to open your PDF file.

Obtaining an apostille can be complicated. Don’t leave this process to untrained employees or non-professionals who do not fully understand the Apostille process and the unique requirements of certain countries. Your paperwork could be rejected costing you time and money. Don’t let this happen to you!

ClicInternational Apostille Services Order Formsk the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

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