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Happy Holidays 2023

December 21, 2023 by admin

As the year draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and trust in our services. It has been a pleasure serving you, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your journey.

This holiday season, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. May your days be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of cherished moments. We hope this festive season brings you peace, happiness, and the company of those who matter most.

Thank you for being a valued part of our community. Your satisfaction and success drive us to continually improve and strive for excellence. We look forward to serving you in the coming year and beyond.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

We will be closed the following days:

December 25, 2023, December 26, 2023, January 1, 2024, and January 2, 2024.

How to Apostille Your FBI Background Check

December 14, 2023 by admin

How to Apostille Your FBI Background Check

One of the easiest ways to apostille your FBI background check is to contact an FBI Channeler and submit your fingerprints at a local live scan (fingerprint) location. Results are typically provided within 1-2 business days and can be sent to you by email in PDF format or by regular mail. The only downside to the FBI background check is the lengthy processing time at the US Department of State in Washington DC.

Yes, after almost four years since the pandemic started, the US Department of State is still taking up to twelve weeks to complete most US federal documents. For the FBI background check, it’s currently about six weeks but it can take longer depending on how busy they get!

So in once sense it’s easy to obtain the FBI background check (even if you’re in an foreign country) but on the other hand you have to wait quite a bit of time for the FBI background check to receive the apostille through the Department of State in DC. As of this article, the estimated processing time is six weeks. We have seen it done sooner than six weeks as as long as 12 weeks. Prior to the pandemic, the processing time was only four business days. Next March, and four years later after the start of the pandemic, the US Department of State is still struggling to catch up to a reasonable processing time and there is no time-frame on when they plan to open their counter desk for walk in service (even after making promises to do so over and over again). Therefore, we expect delays to continue into 2024.

If you plan to mail in your FBI background check directly to the U.S. Department of State, please note that they no longer answer their phone nor respond to emails anymore. Don’t bother completing their online form – they don’t respond. In fact, they removed their support line from their website mid-2023 during the busiest time of the year. We experienced this first hand when they stopped responding to our emails in mid-2023. Also, countless customers have expressed their concerns in reaching a live person since mid-2023. If you do mail in your documents to the Department of State, please note that they can take up to twelve weeks. As their saying goes, “you’ll know your documents are done when you receive them”.

Countries like Spain, Portugal, Ukraine, Israel, and China will ask for you to obtain a background check from the FBI. Some countries might make an exception and accept a background check from the local Police, Sheriff, State, etc.. More details here: Background Check Apostille. Please note that an FBI background check does not expire. Most countries will accept an FBI background check with the apostille if received within six months of issue. Please double check!

We recommend that you first check with your contact in the foreign country to find out what is acceptable before you get started. When ready, contact our office for the most up-to-date estimated processing time and cost.

Office Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am – 6pm
Toll-Free: 1-888-810-4054
Int’l Callers: 771-888-1448
FBI@internationalapostille.com

Obtaining an apostille on your FBI background check 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!

Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions. Please call us at 1-888-810-4054.

Click the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

FBI Apostille for Panama

August 21, 2023 by admin

Do you need to apostille your FBI background check for Panama? Are you looking for information on how to obtain residency in Panama?

Panama is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention and any official document destined for this country requires an apostille from the Secretary of State.

The purpose of the Hague Apostille Convention is to create a simplified method of “authenticating” documents for universal recognition. An apostille certifies the official who signed your documents.

Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
Email: Panama@internationalapostille.com

In order to acquire residency in Panama, a specific process must be followed, and certain requirements must be met. Here is a general overview of the steps involved in obtaining residency:

Choose a Residency Program: Panama offers various residency programs that cater to different types of applicants, including retirees, investors, employees, and more. Some of the popular residency programs include:

Pensionado Visa: This program is designed for retirees with a stable monthly pension income. You need to prove a minimum pension income for life, typically around $1,000 per month.

Friendly Nations Visa: Citizens of certain “friendly” countries can apply for this visa, which is aimed at promoting economic and personal ties between Panama and these nations. Requirements include establishing a local bank account and economic or professional ties to Panama.

Investor Visa: If you’re looking to invest in Panama, you can qualify for residency by investing a minimum amount in certain sectors, such as real estate or reforestation.

Self-Economic Solvency Visa: This visa is suitable for individuals who have a steady income generated from sources other than a pension.

Gather Documentation: The specific documents required can vary depending on the type of residency you’re applying for. Common documents include a valid passport, police clearance certificate, proof of financial stability (like bank statements or income proof), and a health certificate.

Submit Application: Once you have all the necessary documents, you’ll need to submit your application to the National Immigration Service (Servicio Nacional de Migración) in Panama. Applications are typically submitted in person or through a legal representative.

Processing and Approval: The processing time for residency applications can vary. It’s important to be patient during this stage. Your application will be reviewed by immigration officials, and you may be required to provide additional documentation or attend an interview.

Health Insurance: Some residency programs, such as the Pensionado Visa, may require you to have valid health insurance coverage in Panama.

Investments and Financial Requirements: If you’re applying for a residency program that involves financial investments, you’ll need to fulfill the investment requirements as specified by the program. This may include purchasing real estate, investing in a business, or other eligible investments.

Background Check and Interview: As part of the application process, you might undergo a background check or interview (FBI Apostille for Panama). This is to ensure that you meet the requirements and have genuine intentions for obtaining residency.

Residency Card Issuance: If your application is approved, you’ll be issued a temporary residency card. After a certain period, typically one to two years, you can apply for a permanent residency card.

Obtaining an apostille on an FBI background check for Panama 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!

Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions. Please call us at 1-888-810-4054.

Click the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

Apostille Certificate of Naturalization

July 29, 2023 by admin

Do you need to apostille your Certificate of Naturalization.

A Certificate of Naturalization is a U.S. Federal Government document issued by Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Services) and can only be apostilled through our office in Washington, D.C. This document cannot be notarized, copy certified, nor processed through any Secretary of State office. All U.S. Federal documents are processed in Washington, D.C. and through the Department of State.

At National Apostille we take the guesswork out of obtaining an apostille on your Certificate of Naturalization. We can process a Certificate of Naturalization issued by the U.S. Federal Government through our Washington D.C. apostille office.

A Certificate of Naturalization is a document issued by United States Federal Government as proof of a person having obtained U.S. citizenship through naturalization (a legal process of obtaining a new nationality). If you do not have a copy of your Certificate of Naturalization, please contact the local U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

If your Certificate of Naturalization is older than 20 years, you will need to contact the local US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office to certify the copy of your document on Form G-24. Once certified, go ahead and mail in the copy with our Washington DC order forms. We have provided instructions on how to certify a copy of a Certificate of Naturalization older than 20 years here: Certificate of Naturalization USCIS Form G-24 apostille

If your Certificate of Naturalization is issued within the past twenty years, go ahead and mail the original to our Washington DC office for processing with our Washington DC apostille order forms.

Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
Email: WashingtonDC@internationalapostille.com

Obtaining an apostille on a Certificate of Naturalization can be complicated and time-consuming. 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!

Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions. Please call us at 1-888-810-4054.

Click the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.

DD 214 US Military Apostille

July 25, 2023 by admin

Do you need to apostille form DD 214?

Are you planning to retire in a foreign country (Example: Philippines)?

The DD Form 214 is a document issued by The Defense Department to military veterans, which identifies their condition of discharge.

Contained within the DD Form 214 is vital information often required for verifying military service, such as for benefits, retirement, employment, and membership in veterans’ organizations. The information includes:

Date and place of entry into military active duty.
Home address at the time of entry.
Date and place of release from military active duty.
Home address after separation.
Last military duty assignment and rank.
Military job specialty.
Military education.
Decorations, medals, badges, citations, and campaign awards received.
Total creditable service.
Foreign service credited.

Most individuals and employers look for an “Honorable Discharge” in line 24’s “Character of Service” on the DD Form 214. This type of discharge is crucial for eligibility for various veteran benefits offered by federal, state, and sometimes even local governments.

To obtain a copy of a Veteran’s DD Form 214 please contact the National Archives.

Document issued from the U.S. Federal Government (DD214) are processed through the U.S. Department of State – Office of Authentications in Washington, D.C.. Our office in Washington, D.C. can apostille this document.

Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
Email: WashingtonDC@internationalapostille.com

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!

Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 8am to 7pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions. Please call us at 1-888-810-4054.

Click the PDF download image to get started. Our apostille service is fast, convenient, and saves you time and money.