Fast, Reliable Apostilles for Your FBI Background Check — Plus Certified Translations When Needed

Tu Apostilla – Helping Americans in Portugal legalize their U.S. documents with ease

With its distinct local cuisine and deep-rooted traditions, Tomar gives newcomers an authentic introduction to Portuguese culture. Its food, festivals, and warmth make it unforgettable.

If you’re an American living in Tomar, you’ll likely need an apostille on your U.S. FBI Background Check at some point so it is legally accepted by Portuguese authorities.

Whether you’re dealing with immigration, marriage, work, property, or family matters, Tu Apostilla helps you get your U.S. documents properly apostilled (and translated, if needed) without having to fly back to the United States.

We handle the process from the U.S. side while you stay in Portugal.

What Is an Apostille and Why Do You Need One in Portugal?

U.S. Documents We Commonly Apostille for Use in Portugal

Tu Apostilla can help apostille almost any U.S. document, including but not limited to:

• Birth certificates
• Marriage certificates & divorce decrees
• FBI background checks & state criminal record checks
• University diplomas and transcripts
• Power of attorney and notarial documents
• Death certificates and probate documents
• Company documents (Articles of Incorporation, Operating Agreements, Certificates of Good Standing)

Typical Reasons People in Portugal Need an Apostille

• D7 visa applications (passive income)
• Digital Nomad / D8 visa applications
• Residency permits and renewals with AIMA
• Portuguese citizenship or nationality procedures
• Marriage registration or civil partnership in Portugal
• Family reunification with a Portuguese or EU citizen
• Employment contracts, regulated professions, or teaching roles
• Property purchase, inheritance, or financial/legal matters

If your FBI Background Check is part of any of these processes, we can guide you step by step.

How Our Apostille Process Works (From Portugal)

1️⃣ Initial Review of Your FBI Background Check

You send us a scan of your U.S. FBI Background Check so we can:

• Confirm whether it’s a state or federal document
• Verify if it’s in the correct format (original, certified copy, notarized copy, etc.)
• Identify which U.S. office must issue the apostille

2️⃣ We Tell You Exactly What’s Needed

We’ll clearly explain:

• Whether you need a new certified copy or if your current one works
• Whether the document must be notarized in the U.S. before apostille
• Whether a federal apostille (U.S. Department of State) or state apostille is required

3️⃣ You Send the Document to Us (If Required)

If a physical original or certified copy is needed, you send it to our U.S. processing address.
If a scan is enough (for notarized copies or some document types), we’ll advise accordingly.

4️⃣ We Obtain the Apostille in the U.S.

Tu Apostilla coordinates with:

• The appropriate Secretary of State, or
• The U.S. Department of State (for federal documents such as FBI background checks)

We manage all the steps on your behalf.

5️⃣ Optional: Certified Portuguese Translation

If the authority in Portugal requires the document in Portuguese, we provide:

• Certified translations into Portuguese suitable for official use
• Clear presentation of both original and translation for easy review by officials

6️⃣ Secure Delivery to Tomar, Portugal

Once complete, we send your apostilled (and translated, if requested) FBI Background Check directly to:

• Your home in Tomar
• Your immigration or citizenship lawyer
• Your employer, notary, or other designated recipient

👉 Speak With a Specialist in Tomar

Ready to Apostille Your FBI Background Check from Tomar?

We’re here to help you do it right the first time.