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🌐 Official Colombian Branch of Tu Apostilla

Our Document Legalization Services

100% digital LiveScan biometrics, U.S. and Canadian apostilles, and standalone certified Spanish translations fully accepted by Cancillería and Migración Colombia.

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FBI Background Check

⚡ ~20 Calendar Days
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RCMP Record Check

🍁 5 to 7 Weeks Turnaround
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All Document Apostilles

All 50 States & Provinces
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Official Translations

2 Business Days
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1. U.S. FBI Identity History Summary (IdHS) & Federal Apostille

For U.S. citizens and former residents applying for Digital Nomad (V), Marriage (M), Pensionado, or Resident (R) Colombian Visas.

⚡ ~20 Calendar Days Total

We provide a 100% digital LiveScan process for capturing your biometrics in Colombia, transmitting them directly to FBI-approved channelers, securing the official Federal Apostille from the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., and completing the certified Spanish translation.

🚀 The 20 Calendar Day Advantage

Unlike traditional competitors who quote 20 working days (which equates to over 4 to 5 calendar weeks once weekends and postal transit are added), our 100% digital electronic channeling delivers your complete package in approximately 20 CALENDAR days total.

📋 Requirements & Documentation

  • Valid original Passport copy.
  • Completed online biometric intake form.
  • Non-U.S. Citizens: Must provide verified proof of past legal stay in the U.S. (Green Card, U.S. Visa, or I-94). U.S. citizens are exempt.
  • LiveScan appointment in Colombia OR high-contrast 1200 DPI TIFF fingerprint card scans.

📦 Final Deliverables Package

  • Official FBI Identity History Summary report.
  • U.S. Department of State Federal Apostille certificate attached.
  • Official Spanish Translation certified by an accredited Colombian Traductor Oficial.
  • Digitally signed PDF + physical originals via tracked courier to your address in Colombia.
⚠️ Crucial Expiration Notice: FBI digital reports carry a 30-day download availability window. Once issued, we process the apostille immediately. The completed document carries a 6-month validity period for Colombian visa submissions.
All-Inclusive Package Price:
$654 USD (or $559 USD with client-provided 1200 DPI scans)

2. Canadian RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check & Apostille

Official fingerprint-based background check required for Canadian citizens and foreign nationals who lived in Canada.

🍁 5 to 7 Weeks Turnaround

Through our one-of-a-kind digital fingerprint scanning workflow, we capture your biometrics electronically in Colombia and digitize them into accredited Canadian federal systems. This proprietary process bypasses traditional international mail delays, making it the absolute fastest way to obtain an RCMP background check from Colombia.

🇨🇦 Proprietary Digital RCMP Workflow

Our unique digital scanning system converts local biometric captures directly for Canadian electronic processing, cutting standard mail-in wait times down to just 5 to 7 weeks total (including Global Affairs Canada Apostille and certified Spanish translation).

📋 Requirements & Workflow

  • Valid Canadian Passport or foreign passport.
  • Completed Canadian application and consent documentation.
  • Digital fingerprint scan captured at our Colombia hub or via our accredited remote digitization intake.
  • Pre-appointment hand-care hydration protocol to guarantee maximum ridge clarity.

📦 Final Deliverables Package

  • Official RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check.
  • Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Federal Apostille certificate (Ottawa).
  • Certified Spanish translation.
  • Tracked physical courier delivery directly to your address in Colombia.
All-Inclusive Retail Quote:
$654 USD – $719 USD

3. All U.S. & Canadian State, Provincial & Federal Document Apostilles

Complete Hague Apostille legalization for personal, corporate, academic, and federal documents issued in the U.S. or Canada.

📜 All 50 States & Provinces

Whether you need an apostille for an FBI check, birth certificate, university diploma, corporate power of attorney, or civil record, we handle direct physical submissions to the U.S. Department of State (Washington, D.C.), state Secretaries of State across all 50 states, and Global Affairs Canada (Ottawa) via our parent infrastructure at Tu Apostilla.

📜 Document Types Handled

  • FBI Background Checks & RCMP Record Checks.
  • Birth, Marriage, Death & Civil Status Certificates.
  • University Diplomas, Transcripts & Academic Titles.
  • Powers of Attorney (POA), Affidavits & Notarized Deeds.
  • Corporate Incorporation Papers & Commercial Documents.

⚡ Service Timelines & Options

  • U.S. State Apostille Track: 2 to 12 days (depending on the issuing state).
  • U.S. Federal & Canadian Track: Standard and express turnaround options available.
  • Custom Consultation: Contact us for definitive turnaround times based on your specific document type and jurisdiction.
  • Includes secure domestic U.S./Canadian transit and international priority shipping directly to Colombia.
Apostille Rates:
$199 USD (Standard) / $250 USD (5-Day Express)

4. Standalone Official Certified Spanish Translations (Traducciones Oficiales)

Standalone translation service for any legal or official document.

⏱️ 2 Business Days

We offer standalone translation services for clients who already possess their apostilled documents. All foreign legal documents submitted to Cancillería (Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores), Migración Colombia, notaries, or universities must be translated into Spanish by an officially accredited Colombian certified translator (Traductor Oficial).

⚖️ Legalization Rule

Translations are strictly completed after the federal or state apostille certificate is attached. Because the apostille certificate is a legal extension bound to your document, the apostille page itself must be translated to ensure complete acceptance by Colombian officials.

📦 What You Receive

  • Official Spanish Translation bearing the seal, stamp, and signature of a certified Traductor Oficial in Colombia.
  • Digitally signed PDF suitable for online visa portal submission.
  • Physical stamped original bundle shipped to your address in Colombia.
Translation Pricing:
$35 USD / page (~$70 USD total for standard 2-page check + apostille bundle)

Need Assistance Selecting the Right Package?

Speak directly with our document legalization specialists or schedule a 15-minute Google Calendar advisory call.

🌐 Official Colombian Branch of Tu Apostilla

Our Fingerprinting & Legalization Services

100% digital LiveScan biometric processing, U.S. FBI and Canadian RCMP background checks, federal Hague apostilles, and certified Spanish translations tailored for Colombian visa compliance.

⏱ ~20 Calendar Days Total

U.S. FBI Background Check + Federal Apostille

Complete turnkey service for U.S. citizens and legal residents applying for Colombian visas or legal residency.

  • 100% Digital LiveScan Biometric Capture (No wet-ink cards needed)
  • Official FBI Identity History Summary channeling
  • U.S. Department of State Federal Apostille (Washington, D.C.)
  • Certified Spanish Translation (Traducción Oficial via Idiomatic USA)
  • Guaranteed compliance for Migración Colombia and Cancillería
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⏱ 5 to 7 Weeks Total

Canadian RCMP Record Check + Apostille

Digital fingerprinting for Canadian citizens requiring C-216C criminal record checks for overseas use.

  • High-resolution digital C-216C fingerprint scanning in Colombia
  • Accredited submission directly to Canadian RCMP database
  • Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Federal Apostille in Ottawa
  • Certified Spanish Translation accepted by Colombian authorities
  • Tracked international courier dispatch
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⏱ Fast-Track Expedited

U.S. & Canadian Document Legalization

For clients who already possess an electronic background check or civil document requiring Hague Apostille.

  • Direct filing with U.S. Department of State or State Secretaries
  • Global Affairs Canada (GAC) authentication & apostille
  • Managed entirely via Tu Apostilla global infrastructure
  • Digital PDF delivery + physical tracked shipping
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⏱ 24 – 48 Hours Turnaround

Official Certified Spanish Translations

Certified translation services for foreign documents submitted to Colombian government portals.

  • Official stamp and signature by certified Colombian translators
  • Direct integration with Idiomatic USA network
  • 100% compliant with Cancillería visa filing criteria
  • Digital PDF delivered straight to your inbox
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding our fingerprinting, federal apostille, and translation services in Colombia.

Do I need to leave Colombia or travel back to North America for fingerprinting?
No. Our 100% digital LiveScan process allows you to complete your biometric capture directly in Colombia. We channel your fingerprints electronically to federal authorities, obtain your Hague Apostille from Washington D.C. or Ottawa, and dispatch completed physical packages straight to your doorstep.
What is the difference between a U.S. State Apostille and a Federal Apostille?
State-level apostilles (from a state Secretary of State) apply to documents issued by state or county officers, such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, or university degrees. Federal documents—specifically FBI Identity History Summaries—must strictly receive a Federal Apostille directly from the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. State “copy-certification” apostilles on FBI checks are automatically rejected by Cancillería.
How long does the entire FBI background check and apostille process take?
Our complete turnkey package takes approximately ~20 calendar days. Digital PDF results are emailed to you as soon as federal certification is complete, followed by physical hardcopy delivery to your address in Colombia via tracked priority courier.
Are your Spanish translations accepted by Cancillería and Migración Colombia?
Yes, 100%. All certified translations are performed by official sworn translators (Traductores Oficiales) licensed under Colombian law via our partner network, Idiomatic USA. Every translation includes official registration seals, license numbers, and sworn statements of accuracy.
Can Canadian citizens get their RCMP background check completed from Colombia?
Yes. We provide digital C-216C fingerprint scanning in Colombia, electronic submission to CCRTIS-accredited Canadian channeling partners, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Federal Apostilles in Ottawa, and certified Spanish translations in 5 to 7 weeks total.
Can non-U.S. citizens request an FBI background check while living in Colombia?
Yes. Non-U.S. citizens who previously resided in the United States can obtain an FBI Identity History Summary. You must provide verified legal proof of your past stay in the U.S., such as a copy of a Green Card, U.S. Visa, or I-94 arrival record.

Unsure Which Service or Proof of Stay You Need?

Non-U.S. citizens requesting FBI background checks need specific proof of legal stay. Schedule a 15-minute 1-on-1 consultation or contact our advisory desk directly.

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