Mail-in hard card scanning and Live Scan processing for California, Florida, and Nevada. Out-of-state applicants can mail ink cards for jobs, licenses, certifications, and permits — processed in 72 hours, not months.
Common Questions
I live out of state — can I still get fingerprinted for a California license or job?
Yes. Federal Fingerprinting's mail-in service is specifically designed for out-of-state applicants who need fingerprints processed in California, Florida, or Nevada. Get your ink fingerprints taken at any local fingerprinting provider on a standard FD-258 card, then mail the card to us. We digitize it and submit it electronically to the California DOJ, Florida FDLE, or Nevada DPS on your behalf. Processing is generally completed within 72 hours of receipt — compared to 2-3 months if you mail directly to the state.
How long does the mail-in process take compared to mailing directly to the state?
When you mail ink cards directly to a state agency, processing typically takes 8 to 12 weeks (2-3 months). Through Federal Fingerprinting's mail-in service, we scan and submit your cards electronically within 72 hours of receiving them. The state then processes the electronic submission in approximately 3 to 5 business days. Total time from when we receive your cards to completion is typically under 2 weeks — saving you months of waiting.
Can I send multiple ink cards for different states or different purposes?
Absolutely. Many of our clients need fingerprints processed for multiple states, multiple licenses, or multiple certifications simultaneously. With your written authorization, we handle scanning and printing for all of your cards in a single batch. For example, you can send cards for a California nursing license, a Florida teaching certification, and a Nevada real estate license all at once — we process them all and submit to each respective state agency.
What states do you currently process mail-in fingerprint cards for?
We currently process mail-in hard card scanning for California (DOJ), Florida (FDLE), and Nevada (DPS). These three states cover a wide range of professional licensing, employment, and certification requirements. If you need fingerprints processed for a different state, contact us at (888) 417-0203 to discuss your specific needs.
What do I need to provide for authorization?
You will need to provide written authorization allowing Federal Fingerprinting to scan, digitize, and submit your fingerprint cards on your behalf. We will send you the authorization form when you contact us for mailing instructions. You will also need to provide a copy of your valid government-issued photo ID and information about the requesting agency (ORI number, reason for fingerprinting, etc.).