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Veterans Affairs Apostille – VA Letter Apostille

February 4, 2026 by admin

Do you need to apostille your Veterans Affairs – VA letter? Do you need to prove that you are receiving income from the U.S. military (Retirement Pension) so you can live in another country (Example: Philippines)?

At Apostille, Inc., we take the guesswork out of obtaining an apostille on your Department of Veterans Affairs certified documents signed by Public Contact Manager at the VA Regional office.

Our trained and knowledgeable staff are available Monday-Saturday from 9am to 6pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow step-by-step instructions.

Documents originating from the Veterans Affairs (VA) are processed through the US Department of State in Washington, D.C. Our office in Washington, D.C. will hand delivery and pick-up your documents through the US Department of State in Washington DC. Once complete, we will ship your completed file by UPS or FedEx to the return address indicated on the order form.

Below is an example of a VA letter issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs:

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Obtaining an apostille from the US Department of State – Office of Authentications in Washington, D.C. on your Veterans Affairs letter 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.

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US Department of State Apostille Processing Time

October 9, 2025 by admin

Do you need to apostille your documents from the US Department of State in Washington, D.C.?

The most common documents we can apostille are FBI background check, Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, , USCIS Form G-24, IRS Form 6166, USPTO certificates from the Patent and Trademark office, FDA, USDSA, and more!

To see the full list of documents, click here: US Department of State Apostille

On October 1, 2024, the US Department of State – Offices of Authentications resumed their walk-in service in Washington, D.C. promising to get back to their pre-covid processing time. Even though we were hopeful that things would get back to normal after years of delays, the processing time is still longer than pre-covid.

As of the writing of this article (October 2025), the fastest available time through the US Department of State – Office of Authentications is 2-3 weeks. This includes hand-delivery and pick-up from the counter office in D.C..

Here is a illustration taken from the US Department of State website to help explain the processing time (October, 2025):

Cost: As low as $75 for each apostille.
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Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
Email: WashingtonDC@internationalapostille.com

Obtaining an apostille from the US Department of State – Office of Authentications in Washington, D.C. 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.

Apostille IRS Form 6166: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

September 18, 2024 by admin

Need to apostille IRS Form 6166 to claim tax benefits in foreign countries? Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process smoothly.

What is IRS Form 6166?

IRS Form 6166, also called a “U.S. Residency Certification,” is an official document issued by the U.S. Department of Treasury. It certifies that an individual or business is a resident of the United States for income tax purposes. This form is crucial for U.S. residents seeking to benefit from income tax treaties and other tax advantages in foreign countries, especially those that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

Why You Need IRS Form 6166

IRS Form 6166 is essential for claiming reduced tax rates or exemptions under international tax treaties. Without this form, U.S. residents and businesses may struggle to secure tax benefits when dealing with foreign countries. Many countries require the form to verify U.S. residency for tax purposes before granting any treaty benefits.

Steps to Obtain IRS Form 6166

To obtain IRS Form 6166, follow these steps:

Complete IRS Form 8802
Submit Form 8802, “Application for United States Residency Certification,” to the IRS. This form is required to request the issuance of IRS Form 6166.
Submit the Application
- Online: Apply through the IRS website by creating an account if necessary.
- By Mail: Mail Form 8802 to the IRS address listed in the form instructions.
Pay the Required Fee
A non-refundable fee must be paid, which varies based on the number of years for which certification is requested and whether the applicant is an individual or a business. Payments can be made electronically for online applications or via check or money order for mailed applications.
Processing Time
Processing IRS Form 6166 may take up to 45 days, so it’s recommended to submit Form 8802 well in advance.
Receive IRS Form 6166
Once approved, the IRS will mail IRS Form 6166 to confirm your U.S. residency status for tax purposes.

Apostille Services for IRS Form 6166

After receiving IRS Form 6166, you may need to apostille it for legal use in Hague Apostille countries. We specialize in apostilling IRS Form 6166 for countries like Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Russia, Bulgaria, Greece, Japan, India, Mexico, Ukraine, Ecuador, Azerbaijan, and Chile.

Contact Us for Professional Apostille Services

If you need assistance with apostilling IRS Form 6166, contact us today. We will ensure your document is properly apostilled and accepted in the foreign country where it’s required.

Cost: As low as $75 for each apostille.
Office Hours: 8am – 7pm Monday – Saturday
Customer Support: 1-888-810-4054
Email: WashingtonDC@internationalapostille.com

Obtaining an apostille on IRS Form 6166 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.

DC Apostille

November 26, 2020 by admin

Do you need to apostille your documents through the Secretary of D.C. or the U.S. Department of State – Office of Authentications?

We provide fast DC apostille services through our office in Washington DC! Our office is located steps away from the U.S. Department of State and the Secretary of DC.

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

In the District of Columbia, an apostille can be issued by the Secretary of D.C. or the U.S. Department of State. Depending on the type of document you have and the country requesting it, your document will be processed from one or both of these offices.

For example, if you have a birth certificate from the District of Columbia and the country requesting your documents is China, your documents will need to be processed through the Secretary of D.C., US Department of State, and the Chinese Embassy. Another example is if you have a birth certificate from the District of Columbia and you need it processed for Mexico, your certificate only needs the apostille from the Secretary of D.C.

Examples of an apostille:
Secretary of D.C. Apostille example
US Department of State Apostille example

If the country requesting your documents is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention and your documents originate from the District of Columbia, all you need is the apostille from the Secretary of D.C. The most common documents we process issued from DC are birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce decree, notarized documents, and more.

Documents issued from the U.S. Federal Government are processed through the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications in Washington DC. The most common US Federal documents we apostille are: FBI background checks, Certificate to Foreign Government issued by the FDA, USPTO documents, Social Security Income and Benefit Statements, IRS form 6166, FAA documents, US Federal Court documents, US Federal Bankruptcy documents, Petition for Name Change, Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, USDA, USCIS certified copies, and more!

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 or email: support@internationalapostille.com

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FDA Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product Apostille

November 1, 2020 by admin

Do you need an apostille on a Certificate to Pharmaceutical Product (CPP)?

The United States Food and drug Administration (FDA) issues Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product certificates that can be used in countries who are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. This certificate conforms to the format recommended by the World Health Organization.

Firms exporting products from the U.S. are often asked by foreign customers or foreign governments to supply a certification relating to products subject to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and other acts the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) administers. Under the FDA Export Reform and Enhancement Act of 1996 (the Act), FDA is authorized to issue certificates for drugs, animal drugs, and devices within 20 days of receipt of a request for such a certificate.

The “Certificate of a Pharmaceutical Product” conforms to the format established by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is intended for use by the importing country when the product in question is under consideration for a product license that will authorize its importation and sale or for renewal, extension, amending or reviewing a license.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) of the United States of America (USA), attach different colored Ribbons to the CPP, which mark the content details. They differentiate between three different types of CPPs for:

Finished medicinal products that are legally marketable in the US authorized by the U.S FDA; A Red Ribbon will be affixed to all (regular) CPPs issued for authorized medicinal products;

Finished medicinal products which are not authorized by U.S. FDA but which may be legally exported; A Blue Ribbon will be affixed to CPPs issued only for export of an unapproved medicinal products; and a CPP for Foreign Manufacturer (products manufactured outside of the U.S.).

A Yellow Ribbon will be affixed to CPPs with foreign manufacturing sites outside of the USA. (Famulare & U.S. FDA, 2003)

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

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