Can Nevada apostille FBI background checks or federal documents?

Why Nevada cannot apostille federal documents

The Nevada Secretary of State only authenticates signatures from Nevada public officials and Nevada commissioned notaries. Federal documents like FBI background checks, U S court records, and agency letters are issued under federal jurisdiction, so Nevada has no authority to attach an apostille certificate to them.

• FBI background checks are routed through federal channels in Washington, D C, not through Nevada.
• Other federal records typically require U S Department of State authentication and, for non Hague countries, consular legalization after that.

What if my packet mixes Nevada and federal items?

Many clients have a mixed set, such as a Nevada power of attorney plus an FBI background check for a visa, adoption, or professional licensing file. In that scenario, each document must go through the authority that issued it, even though they ultimately support the same foreign application.

• Nevada documents go through the Nevada Secretary of State apostille process.
• Federal documents go through U S Department of State (and possibly a consulate) rather than any state office.

How Lake Mead Mobile Notary can help

Lake Mead Mobile Notary cannot submit federal apostille requests directly, but can still help you avoid misrouting and delays when Nevada records and federal records appear in the same packet.

• Identify which documents belong in the Nevada apostille stream versus the federal stream.
• Handle notarization and Nevada apostille coordination for all qualifying Nevada documents while you or a federal specialist manage the FBI or agency items.

Can I Get a Digital Copy of My Apostilled Document?

What the $15 Scanback Service Includes

The scanback service is designed to create a usable, legible digital record of your completed apostille packet. It is billed per set of documents, not per page, so you know what to expect up front.

• High‑quality scan of the full apostille packet: Including the notarized document and the attached apostille certificate.
• PDF file delivery: Typically sent securely by email or another agreed method.
• Flat pricing: $15 per scanback set for most apostille orders.

When a Scanback Does and Does Not Replace the Original

For most courts, consulates, and government agencies, the original paper apostille remains the controlling document. The PDF is primarily for your internal use and for preliminary review by third parties.

• Appropriate uses for scanbacks: Attorney review, school or HR pre‑screening, internal compliance files, or sharing with family members.
• Situations that usually require the original: Visa and immigration filings, foreign court submissions, formal school enrollment, or bank and real estate transactions.

Adding Scanback to Your Apostille Order

You can request scanback when you first book or at any point before final shipment is arranged. The $15 fee will appear as a separate line item on your quote or invoice so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

If you already have an order in process and decide you want a digital copy, let Lake Mead Mobile Notary know before the packet leaves the office so the scan can be created without delaying shipping.