Federal Apostille Services in St Louis for FBI Background checks & more

You can complete the entire federal apostille process online through our secure portal. No in-person appointment is required. Simply fill out the submission form below, attach your digital documents, and our team will handle the logistics with the U.S. Department of State. 

Yes, you can manage the process yourself, but it typically takes 8–12 weeks via mail. Mobile Notary St. Louis offers an expedited service that can complete the process in approximately 14 business days, significantly reducing the risk of document rejection. 

Once you complete our online order form, use the "Attach (PDF) Documents" button at the bottom of the page to upload your file. We accept the original digital PDF issued by the FBI or an approved channeler. 

Yes. At Mobile Notary St. Louis, we use high-level encrypted channels to handle all FBI background checks and federal documents. As a locally-owned, Missouri-bonded business with over 250 five-star reviews, we ensure your sensitive data is protected by the highest professional standards. 

It depends on the document type. We can process FBI Background Checks using the original digital PDF. However, other federal documents—such as Social Security letters or USDA health certificates—usually require the physical original. We will review your documents upon submission to confirm. 

Yes. A Missouri State Apostille is for documents signed by a local notary or state official (like birth certificates). A Federal Apostille is required for documents issued by the U.S. Government, including FBI Rapp Sheets, IRS documents, and Social Security records. 

No. There is no federal office in Missouri that issues apostilles. All federal requests must be processed through the Office of Authentications in Washington, D.C. We handle this entire logistics chain for you, including secure tracking and expedited courier handling. 

Yes, this is our most requested service. We specialize in processing FBI Identity History Summaries for dual citizenship applications. We ensure the federal seal is properly attached so it is legally recognized by foreign consulates and embassies worldwide. 

We offer two processing tiers:

1. Regular Processing: Estimated 6 to 12 weeks depending on government backlogs.
2. Expedited/Rush Processing: Estimated 14 business days (plus 3 days for FedEx return shipping).

We ensure your document receives the official federal seal required for use in Hague Convention member countries. If your destination country is not a member, we provide the additional "Authentication" and "Embassy Legalization" steps required for legal validity abroad. 

 An Apostille is for countries that belong to the Hague Convention. An Authentication is a multi-step process for countries that do not (like China or the UAE), which may also require Embassy Legalization. Mobile Notary St Louis can assist with either type. 

No. For a Federal Apostille, you must provide the original digital PDF issued by the FBI or a physical hard copy. A scan of a printed background check will be rejected by the Department of State.