FAQS
Everything you need to know about PDX Fingerprinting, pricing, services, what to expect, and why clients keep coming back.
PRICING FAQs
Both ink fingerprinting and live scan fingerprinting start from $35. The final price depends on the number of cards needed and the agency you are submitting to.
— Ink card fingerprinting (per set): From $35
— Live scan electronic fingerprinting: From $35
FBI fingerprinting and background check services start from $135. This covers the fingerprinting and submission of your Identity History Summary request to the FBI, whether you need it for employment, immigration, adoption, or personal review.
— FBI fingerprinting & background check: From $135
FBI Apostille services start from $195. Apostille and notarization fees are separate from the base fingerprinting cost, since they involve distinct authentication steps.
— FBI Apostille services: From $195
— FBI fingerprinting & background check: From $135
Passport and visa photo services start from $19.99. PDX Fingerprinting provides end-to-end photo services for passport and visa applications.
— Passport & visa photos: From $19.99
SERVICES FAQs
PDX Fingerprinting is a one-stop shop for all fingerprinting and related needs:
- Live scan & ink card fingerprinting (FD-258, SF-87, FD-1164)
- FBI fingerprinting & background check
- FBI Apostille services
- ATF fingerprinting & EFT file creation
- FDLE (Florida) fingerprinting & background check
- FINRA fingerprinting
- Notary & mobile notary services
- Passport and visa photo services
- Mobile fingerprinting (they come to you)
- I-9 verification services
- Certified translation services
Live scan is electronic fingerprinting, your prints are digitally scanned, captured with no ink, and submitted directly to agencies like the FBI, FDLE, or state licensing boards. The results are more accurate and more precise than traditional methods.
Ink roll fingerprinting is the traditional method, using black ink pressed onto paper cards (such as FD-258, SF-87, or FD-1164). While live scan is more common today, ink cards are still required by certain agencies, embassies, and international applications.
Their live scan fingerprint cards are accepted by:
- Oregon State Police (OSP)
- FBI Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS)
- Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC)
- Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)
- Hospital systems and school districts
- Most professional licensing boards in Oregon and Washington
Yes. PDX Fingerprinting offers mobile fingerprinting services where trained staff will visit you in person to scan your fingerprints, at your home, office, or another location of your choosing. Mobile ink fingerprinting and live scan fingerprinting is available in the Beaverton, Hillsboro, and Portland areas, with plans to expand nationally.
Yes. PDX Fingerprinting provides professional ATF fingerprinting card services and EFT (Electronic Fingerprint Transmission) file creation, making it easier and faster to obtain firearms licenses. They handle the documentation process so you do not have to navigate it alone.
Yes. PDX Fingerprinting is an FDLE-approved live scan vendor, meaning they can provide Florida background checks even from the Portland area. This is especially useful for Oregon-based professionals who are applying for licenses or work in Florida.
FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) fingerprinting is required for people working in the financial services industry. PDX Fingerprinting offers electronic fingerprint submission directly to FINRA, which allows for much quicker results than traditional mailing methods. They describe their FINRA service as affordable, disciplined, and professional.
EXPERIENCE FAQs
PDX Fingerprinting operates by appointment. You can book online and will receive a confirmation email with your appointment details. Same-day and next-day appointments are frequently available, and the team is known for accommodating last-minute needs, including weekend appointments.
Live scan fingerprint appointments are generally completed in a matter of minutes. The process is fast: choose your service, confirm your appointment, and you are done, no government office wait times or long queues.
Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID. Staff will also help you confirm any agency-specific requirements for your particular form or card. If you are unsure of any technical details, the team will guide you through all the steps.
PDX Fingerprinting has four convenient Portland-area locations plus mobile service:
- Hillsboro — 9620 NE Tanasbourne Dr, Suite 300, Hillsboro, OR 97124
- Lake Oswego — 5 Centerpointe Dr, Suite 400, Lake Oswego, OR 97035
- Portland — 111 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
- Beaverton
- Mobile service — staff can travel to you throughout the Portland metro area
FBI fingerprint results typically take 2 to 7 business days. Expedited processing can shorten that window significantly for an additional fee. PDX Fingerprinting can also coordinate the full FBI apostille process, from fingerprinting to final delivery, if you need your results certified for international use.
REVIEWS & QUALITY FAQs
PDX Fingerprinting has over a decade of experience in fingerprinting and document verification services. The business was established in 2018 and has served clients across Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Portland, and beyond. Their trained technicians use state-of-the-art equipment and follow a strict code of standards to ensure accuracy and precision on every submission.
PDX Fingerprinting uses state-of-the-art scanning machines and advanced quality verification to minimize rejections and ensure 100% accuracy. Staff are trained professionals who follow a strict code of standards, double-checking personal information and agency-specific requirements before finalizing any submission. The goal is to get prints accepted on the first attempt, saving clients time, money, and frustration.
Police stations, courthouses, and government offices occasionally offer low-cost fingerprinting, but availability is limited, walk-in hours are restricted, and wait times can be long. PDX Fingerprinting offers:
- No government office wait times
- Same-day and next-day appointments
- Extended hours including Saturdays
- Mobile service, they come to you
- Professional guidance through every step of the process
- All related services in one place: fingerprinting, background checks, apostille, notary, and translation
Yes. PDX Fingerprinting keeps prints on file for clients, which makes future visits faster and more convenient. A Yelp reviewer noted: “They do live scans and cards for fingerprints. Also, they keep them on file for next time!” This is particularly useful if you regularly need fingerprinting for licensing renewals or ongoing employment requirements.
