Applying to another state from Oregon?

Out-of-State & California Live Scan Fingerprinting in Oregon

Need fingerprints for a California, Florida, Texas or other out-of-state license, job or adoption? We roll clean, agency-ready FD-258 ink cards at our Beaverton, Lake Oswego and Hillsboro offices, or come to you anywhere in the Portland metro.

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Why Out-of-State Applicants Use Ink Cards

Most states run their own electronic fingerprint system, and those machines only work inside that state. California Live Scan, for example, sends prints straight to the California DOJ from approved sites in California. If you live in Oregon, your agency will usually ask for fingerprints on paper cards instead.

That is where we come in. We take your prints on the card your agency supplies, or on a standard FBI FD-258 card, and check every field before you leave so the card is accepted the first time.

  • California DOJ hard cards (with CJIS 9004 exemption form when required)
  • Florida, Texas, Washington, New York and other state license applications
  • FD-258, SF-87 and FD-1164 forms
  • Same-day appointments and walk-ins welcome

Our Offices

Beaverton
1500 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite 200

Lake Oswego
5 Centerpointe Dr, Suite 400

Hillsboro (open Saturdays)
9620 NE Tanasbourne Dr, Suite 300

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Who We Fingerprint for Out-of-State Applications

Professional Licenses

Teachers, nurses, real estate agents, insurance and securities professionals licensing in another state.

From $35

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California Applicants

Hard cards for California DOJ checks when you cannot get to a California Live Scan site.

From $35

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Florida Applicants

Fingerprints for Florida licenses and background checks while living in Oregon. ORI number required.

Live Scan $120 · Card $75

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FBI Background Check

FBI Identity History Summary for visas, work permits, adoption or personal review.

From $135

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Apostille for Abroad

Need your FBI check authenticated for use in another country? We handle the apostille too.

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Mobile Fingerprinting

Can’t come in? Our technician comes to your home or office.

$250 for 2 people · Groups: quote

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How It Works

Check your instructions

Confirm which card and forms your state agency wants. Bring their card if they mailed you one.

Visit or book us

Walk in or book online. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID.

Mail your cards

We roll and review your prints and hand you the completed cards to send with your application.

Out-of-State Fingerprinting FAQs

Can I get California Live Scan in Oregon?

No. California Live Scan machines transmit only to the California DOJ from approved sites inside California. Out-of-state applicants normally submit FD-258 ink fingerprint cards instead, often with a CJIS 9004 exemption form or cards issued by the California agency. We roll those cards for you.

Which fingerprint card should I bring?

Bring the card your agency or employer sent you, if any, plus their instructions. If they accept a standard FBI FD-258 card and you do not have one, we can provide it.

How many cards do I need?

Follow your agency’s instructions. Many ask for two completed cards, so it is worth having a spare in case one is rejected.

How long does processing take?

That depends on the state agency receiving your cards, not on us. Ink cards are mailed, so they usually take longer than electronic Live Scan. For example, the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing lists about 10 to 12 weeks for DOJ processing of hard cards.

What does it cost?

Fingerprinting at our offices starts at $35. Your state agency charges its own processing fee separately, which you pay directly to them.

Do you come to me?

Yes. Mobile fingerprinting is available anywhere in the Portland metro area. Request a quote and we will confirm the price. Mobile fingerprinting is $250 for 2 people; for groups, request a quote.

State fingerprint card guides: North Carolina · Florida

Find an office: Beaverton · Lake Oswego · Hillsboro · Portland

Get Your Out-of-State Fingerprints Done Right

Same-day appointments, walk-ins welcome, Saturday hours in Hillsboro.

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PDX Fingerprinting is an independent, privately owned service and is not affiliated with any government agency. Agency requirements change, so always confirm the current instructions with the agency receiving your fingerprints.