What Type of Federal Documents We Process
Apostille DC specializes in assisting individuals, professionals, and organizations with the authentication of federal documents through the U.S. Department of State – Office of Authentications. These documents are often required for use in foreign countries for legal, immigration, educational, or business purposes.
Why Federal Documents Require Apostilles
A federal apostille certifies the authenticity of a signature, seal, or agency stamp on a document issued by a U.S. federal authority. These are commonly requested when documents will be used in:
- Visa applications or immigration processes
- International job offers or work permits
- Study abroad or school enrollment
- Foreign adoptions
- Opening foreign bank accounts or corporations
- Patent or trademark protection overseas
Common Federal Documents We Apostille
- FBI Background Checks – Required for immigration, employment, or adoption abroad
- IRS Letters – For international income verification or financial clearance
- Social Security Letters (SSA) – Proof of benefits for foreign use
- FDA Certificates – For exporting food, medical, or cosmetic products
- USPTO Patent & Trademark Certificates
- DOJ or Federal Court Documents – For international legal matters
- USDA Health Certificates – Used for export of agriculture and animal products
These must be issued by a U.S. federal agency and signed by an authorized official. State-issued documents (like birth or marriage certificates) are handled by the individual Secretary of State offices and not covered under federal apostilles.
Our Role in the Process
We guide you through the entire federal apostille process — from document review to courier submission to the U.S. Department of State. Apostille DC is based in Washington, D.C., and can deliver documents quickly and securely, without you needing to visit or mail them yourself.