FBI Fingerprinting for US Citizens Living Abroad
Need an FBI background check from outside the US? We handle everything remotely: fingerprinting instructions, FBI submission, apostille, and certified translations for 60+ countries.
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How It Works: FBI Fingerprinting From Anywhere in the World
Four simple steps. No travel to the US required.
Tell us your country and application type. We confirm exact requirements and provide FD-258 fingerprint cards and instructions.
Visit a local police station for ink fingerprints on FD-258 cards. Scan and email your completed card to us.
We submit your ink card directly to the FBI by mail and coordinate your federal apostille via our DC partner. FBI processing takes 7–9 business days after receipt; add about 10 days if an apostille is needed. Total turnaround is typically 15–20 days.
We deliver your apostilled, translated FBI Identity History Summary — ready to submit to any foreign government or employer.
Who Needs FBI Fingerprinting From Abroad?
Our remote process is used by US citizens living worldwide who need official FBI background checks for foreign governments, employers, and agencies — without traveling back to the US.
For US or foreign government use — Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, and 60+ countries
FBI results authenticated for international use — we coordinate federal apostille via DC partner
Healthcare (DHA, DOH, NMC), education (KHDA), finance — all require FBI clearance
I-800A and I-600A USCIS requirements — both parents need apostilled FBI documents
We work with attorneys handling client FBI submissions — contact us for referral arrangements
Italian, Irish, Portuguese citizenship by descent — all require apostilled FBI background check
Select Your Country
We serve US citizens in 60+ countries. Select your country for specific requirements, visa types, and what to expect.
Europe
Middle East & Asia
Americas
What Are You Applying For?
FBI fingerprinting requirements vary by application type. Here are the most common cases we handle.
- Long-stay visa (D visa)
- Temporary residency
- Permanent residency (PR)
- Golden / Investor Visa
- Citizenship by descent
- Jure sanguinis (Italy, Ireland)
- Naturalization
- Dual citizenship
- EU Blue Card
- Work permit abroad
- Professional licensing
- Government employment
- DHA / DOH (UAE)
- NMC (UK)
- MOH (Saudi Arabia)
- SCFHS licensing
- I-800A (Hague)
- I-600A (non-Hague)
- Home study requirement
- Both parents required
- Employment background check
- International employer
- Volunteer organizations
- Personal records request
After apostille, we coordinate certified translations in Portuguese, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, and more — delivered with your apostilled document as one complete, submission-ready package.
Our Services at a Glance
Simple, transparent options. Every service available remotely.
| Service | Live Scan (In-Person) | Mail Your Cards | Get Apostille | Get Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FBI Background Check | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| FBI + Federal Apostille | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| FBI + Apostille + Translation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| UAE / Saudi Embassy Legalization (Coordinated Remotely) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| FBI Processing Time | 7–9 business days after we receive your ink card. Apostille (if needed): add approximately 10 days. Total turnaround: approximately 15–20 days from card receipt. | |||
Why US Expats in 60+ Countries Choose MR Fingerprints
We submit your completed FD-258 ink card directly to the FBI by mail on your behalf.
FBI processing takes 7-9 business days after we receive your ink card. Apostille via our DC partner adds about 10 days.
Trusted by thousands of clients across the US and 60+ countries. Verified Google reviews.
Remote process works from anywhere. Email us your fingerprint scan from any country.
US Dept. of State federal apostille — never a state apostille. Correct process every time.
We deliver certified translations in 10+ languages as part of your complete document package.
Frequently Asked Questions
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See what US expats around the world say about working with MR Fingerprints.
I was living in Portugal and needed my FBI apostille fast. MR Fingerprints had everything sorted in 2 weeks. Incredible service — couldn’t have done my visa without them.
— Sarah M., LisbonThe team was incredibly helpful with my Italian citizenship by descent application. Hard copy, apostille, and Italian translation — all perfect. My attorney was impressed.
— Michael R., MilanGot my DHA license documentation handled completely. They knew exactly what UAE required and the embassy legalization was done without any issues. Highly recommend.
— Jennifer K., DubaiContact Us for Fast Expedited Service
Email us your FBI PDF from anywhere in the world and we begin processing the same day.