Prepare a Federal-Issued Document for Apostille
Most federal-issued documents are processed through our True Copy State Apostille service. Federal Original processing is also available through the U.S. Department of State. FBI background checks are handled through our Federal Apostille service.
Start with the complete, legible document. Upload a clear color scan for True Copy State processing, mail the physical original when choosing Federal Original processing, or upload the original downloadable FBI PDF for FBI Federal processing.
Common Federal-Issued Documents
We process federal-issued records through the service path selected for the order.
FBI Background Check
Upload the original downloadable FBI PDF, or send the original physical FBI document.
FBI guideSSA Letter
A clear scan can start True Copy State processing. Federal Original processing is also available.
SSA guideIRS Record
Submit the complete record with every page visible.
USDA or FDA Record
Submit the complete federal-issued document without altering its signatures or seals.
Federal Certificate
Upload a complete color scan or select Original Document Processing.
Federal Court Record
Submit a complete copy and select the service path for your order.
Federal-issued documents can use True Copy State or Federal Original processing. FBI background checks use the Federal Apostille service.
Choose a Processing Path
Each path is an established Apostilles.us service.
True Copy State Apostille
Upload a clear, complete color scan. The apostille authenticates the notary's certification of the copy.
Federal Original Processing
Send the original physical document for processing through the U.S. Department of State.
FBI Federal Apostille
Upload the original downloadable FBI PDF obtained from the FBI website, or send the original physical FBI document. A scan or photocopy of a printed FBI report is not used for federal processing.
Federal Processing Time
Estimated federal processing is 6–14 business days.
Apostilles.us does not offer an expedited federal service tier.
Inbound and return transit are separate from processing time.
Last verified: June 2026 · Source: U.S. Department of State
Submission Checks
Before submitting, make sure the file or physical document is complete.
Select the service path you want and submit the corresponding file or physical document.
Never mail your original documents
We process apostilles from a notarized true copy of your uploaded scan. Your birth certificate, diploma, or FBI report never leaves your hands, so it can never be lost in the mail.
How true copy processing worksFederal Document Questions
Most federal-issued documents are processed through our True Copy State Apostille service. Federal Original processing is also available through the U.S. Department of State. FBI background checks are handled through our Federal Apostille service.
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Start With Your Federal-Issued Document
Upload a clear file for True Copy State processing, choose Federal Original processing, or use the dedicated FBI Federal path.
Apostilles.us is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with any government agency. Shipping time is separate from processing.