FBI INK CARD FINGERPRINTING STEP-BY-STEP:

STEP 1:

When an agency requests you to complete the FBI Ink card fingerprint, they will usually provide you with the FBI ink card: Form FD-258 card. We can provide this card if needed.

STEP 2:

We will print your fingerprints on the provided card.

STEP 3:

You need to send the completed card back to the requesting agency or directly to the FBI for processing. The requesting agency will guide you on where to send the form for processing.

WHY FBI INK CARD FINGERPRINTING?

There are certain circumstances where individuals may be required to undergo FBI ink card fingerprinting. Here are a few reasons why this type of fingerprinting is necessary:

Federal Background Checks: Some positions or roles in California may require individuals to undergo more comprehensive background checks beyond what is covered by standard Live Scan fingerprinting. These positions often involve access to sensitive information, national security concerns, or federal-level investigations. The FBI ink card fingerprinting is used to submit fingerprints to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a thorough background check at the federal level.
Federal Employment: Certain federal agencies and departments, including those related to law enforcement, intelligence, or homeland security, may require applicants to undergo FBI ink card fingerprinting as part of their employment process. This ensures that individuals being considered for these positions meet the stringent background requirements set by federal authorities.
Immigration and Naturalization: Individuals going through the immigration and naturalization process in California may be required to submit FBI ink card fingerprints as part of their application. These fingerprints are used to conduct comprehensive background checks and verify an applicant’s criminal history and potential national security concerns.
Interstate Licensing and Clearances: In some cases, individuals seeking professional licenses or clearances that require interstate reciprocity may need to provide FBI ink card fingerprints. This ensures consistency and compatibility with national standards for certain professions, such as those in healthcare, education, or law enforcement, where mobility across state lines is common.

It’s important to note that FBI ink card fingerprinting is typically reserved for specific circumstances that involve federal-level scrutiny or where comprehensive background checks are necessary. It provides an additional layer of security and ensures compliance with federal regulations and requirements.

IDENTIFICATIONS REQUIREMENT:

Primary – acceptable primary forms of photo identification:

Driver’s License
DMV Identification Card

Secondary – acceptable forms of identification with two supplemental documents.

In the absence of a primary form of identification, one or more of the following may be accepted as secondary forms of identification, but only with two supplemental documents.

State government issued Certificate of Birth
U.S. Active Duty/Retiree/Reservist Military Identification Card
U.S. Passport
Federal government Personal Identity Verification Card
Department of Defense Common Access Card
U.S. Tribal or Bureau of Indian Affairs Identification Card
Social Security Card
Court Order for Name Change/Gender Change/Adoption/Divorce
Marriage Certificate (Government issued certificate)
U.S. Government issued Consular Report of Birth Abroad 3
Certificate of Citizenship (N560)
Certificate of Naturalization (N550)
INS I-551 Resident Alien Card issued since 1997
INS I-688 Temporary Resident Identification Card
INS I-688B, I-766 Employment Authorization Card

Supplemental Documents

When validating secondary identification documents, your information needs to be supported by at least two of the following supplemental documents:

Utility bill (address)
Jurisdictional voter registration card
Vehicle registration card/title
Paycheck stub with name/address
Spouse/parent affidavit
A canceled check or bank statement
Mortgage documents

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