PDX Fingerprinting - FAQ
Live Scan is a digital method that captures fingerprints electronically and submits them directly to agencies, resulting in faster processing and fewer errors. Ink fingerprinting uses FD-258 cards and is required by agencies that don’t accept digital submission. At PDX Fingerprinting, we provide both options depending on your agency’s requirements.
Fingerprinting is required by multiple agencies including the FBI, FINRA (financial services), FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement), state nursing boards, immigration offices, and licensing boards. PDX Fingerprinting is authorized to handle all of these needs.
At PDX Fingerprinting, the fingerprinting process takes 10–15 minutes, and FBI background check results are usually available within 24–72 hours, depending on submission method.
In most cases, expunged or sealed records do not appear in fingerprint background checks. However, certain federal agencies may still have access to sealed data.
You need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or passport) and any forms or instructions provided by the requesting agency. PDX Fingerprinting supplies FD-258 cards if needed.
Yes, fingerprints can be rejected if they’re smudged, unclear, or of poor quality. At PDX Fingerprinting, our trained technicians help reduce errors, and if rejection occurs, we re-roll your fingerprints at no extra charge.
Yes! PDX Fingerprinting offers mobile fingerprinting throughout Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, and surrounding areas. We can come to your home, office, or group event for convenience.
Pricing varies depending on service type (FBI, FINRA, FDLE, Live Scan, Ink, etc.), but PDX Fingerprinting provides transparent, upfront pricing. Typical sessions range from $50–$90.
No, fingerprints do not technically expire, but agencies usually require fresh prints for each submission. You cannot reuse old results across multiple agencies.
Yes, USCIS requires FBI fingerprint background checks for immigration, citizenship, green card, and adjustment of status applications. PDX Fingerprinting provides FBI-compliant fingerprinting for these purposes.
Yes, children and minors can be fingerprinted for adoption, immigration, school-related checks, and other purposes. PDX Fingerprinting serves all ages.
Live Scan submissions are state-specific. Some states accept only their own authorized Live Scan providers. If your agency doesn’t accept Live Scan, PDX Fingerprinting provides ink card fingerprinting that can be mailed nationwide.
At PDX Fingerprinting, your fingerprints are securely transmitted to the requesting agency and not stored permanently in our system. Retention depends on the agency’s policies, not the vendor.
Yes. As a certified provider, PDX Fingerprinting submits fingerprints directly to FBI and authorized agencies. Private fingerprinting with us is just as valid as law enforcement fingerprinting.
An FBI channeler is a company authorized to collect fingerprints and submit them to the FBI for faster processing. PDX Fingerprinting partners with channelers to speed up background check results.
If Live Scan isn’t available, you can use our ink fingerprinting services. PDX Fingerprinting provides FD-258 fingerprint cards that can be mailed to agencies, making them ideal for rural clients.
Yes. Many agencies accept mailed FD-258 cards, so you can complete fingerprinting in Oregon at PDX Fingerprinting and send results to other states.
At PDX Fingerprinting, we follow strict security protocols to protect your data. Fingerprints are encrypted and sent directly to the requesting agency. We never resell or misuse your data.
Walk-ins are sometimes available, but appointments are recommended for faster service and guaranteed availability at PDX Fingerprinting.
If your fingerprints are difficult to capture due to cuts, burns, or age, our technicians use advanced techniques to improve quality. If rejection occurs, we reprint for free.
