Apostille Services for FBI Background Checks in Massachusetts (And Nationwide!)

When life takes you across borders—whether for work, travel, adoption, dual citizenship, or study abroad—there’s one document that often needs official certification: your FBI background check. But getting it apostilled? That’s where most people get stuck. Thankfully, Boston Notary Service is here to simplify the process for you, no matter where you are in the U.S.

We're not just Boston-based; we're nationwide apostille experts, trusted by individuals, law firms, corporations, and universities across the country. Whether you're in California, New York, Texas, Florida, or right here in Massachusetts, we can get your FBI background check properly apostilled fast—and without the government maze.




Why Apostille an FBI Background Check?

If you're heading to a country that’s a member of The Hague Apostille Convention, you’ll likely need your FBI background check apostilled. This official document proves your criminal record status (or lack thereof) and is often required for:

International employment

Residency visa applications

Foreign adoptions

Dual citizenship applications

Study abroad or teaching English overseas


However, just having your background check isn’t enough. It must be issued by the FBI and then apostilled by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. And that’s where Boston Notary Service steps in to handle the heavy lifting.




The Problem With Doing It Yourself

Navigating the apostille process on your own is complicated. You’ll need to:

1. Obtain an FBI background check in the correct format (hard copy or PDF)


2. Submit it to the U.S. Department of State in D.C.


3. Pay the federal fees


4. Handle all shipping and paperwork correctly—or risk rejection



If you mail it yourself and miss a detail, your document might be rejected, costing you weeks or even months. The official processing time by mail can take 3–5 weeks, and that’s without accounting for errors.




How Boston Notary Service Makes It Simple

We make the process simple, fast, and stress-free. Here’s what we do:

✅ Receive your FBI background check (PDF or hard copy)

✅ Verify everything is correct and ready for submission

✅ Hand-deliver or ship it to the U.S. Department of State in D.C.

✅ Cover all federal fees so there are no surprises for you

✅ Arrange secure return shipping for your apostilled document

✅ Communicate every step of the way

If you're in Massachusetts, we can meet in person or you can mail your documents to us. And yes—we serve clients nationwide. No matter where you're located, we handle your documents with care and urgency.




How Long Does It Take?

Great question—and we’re not going to sugarcoat it.

Official government turnaround times for in-person apostille services are 7–10 business days, not including weekends and federal holidays.

If you opt for mailing your documents, the process can take 3–5 weeks due to transit times and processing delays.

If you try this on your own, it might stretch even longer. Between ordering your FBI check, filling out forms, mailing it to the feds, and waiting for it to get back—it’s a complex, time-consuming process.

But with Boston Notary Service, we handle everything daily. We’ve built relationships and systems to move things faster and smoother.

Our clients typically see turnaround times as quick as:

3–5 business days for FBI background check (if ordered electronically)

7–10 business days for apostille processing with in-person handling

3–5 weeks if mailing your documents for apostille processing


Need it faster? We can walk it in or expedite under certain conditions—just ask.




We Work with Individuals, Law Firms, Corporations & Universities

Whether you’re a solo traveler heading to Spain or a university administrator managing dozens of student apostilles, we’re equipped to handle the job.

🎓 We’ve helped countless graduates apostille their FBI reports for teaching jobs abroad.

🏛️ Law firms trust us to process sensitive background checks for immigration and visa clients.

📈 Corporations use us to vet executives heading overseas.

We know what we’re doing—and we’ve been doing it for decades.




Why Choose Boston Notary Service?

There are plenty of fly-by-night apostille companies out there. So why us?

💼 We’re experienced. With decades of hands-on experience, we know the apostille process inside and out.

📍 We’re local, but serve nationwide. Based in the Back Bay–South End area of Boston, but we help clients across all 50 states.

📦 We include federal fees and offer shipping solutions. No guessing games—just one price, one partner.

🛑 No red tape. We cut through the bureaucracy so you don’t have to.

📲 We’re responsive. Call, email, or text us—our team is known for same-day replies and real-time updates.




How to Get Started Today

It’s easy:

1. Already have your FBI background check in PDF form? Email it to us.


2. Need help ordering it? We’ll walk you through that too.


3. Fill out our simple intake form here: https://bostonnotaryservice.us/apply-here


4. Or call us directly at (617) 230-6676 or email [email protected]



We’ll get you moving fast, no matter your timeline or location.




Final Word

Whether you’re in Boston, Los Angeles, Houston, or Chicago—if you need an apostille for your FBI background check, trust the pros at Boston Notary Service. We work nationwide, walk documents in when needed, cover the federal fees, and provide concierge-level service.

Skip the stress. Get it done right.

👉 Apply Now to Start Your FBI Apostille Process




📍 Boston Notary Service — Trusted Apostille Provider Nationwide ✉️ [email protected] | ☎️ 617.230.6676