Digital, ink-free fingerprint capture submitted directly to the FBI through our authorized channeling partner. Results returned Within 1 minute up to 5 days. No smudged ink fingerprints, no mailing, no delays.
Live Scan is a digital fingerprinting technology that captures your fingerprints electronically using a specialized scanner — no ink, no mess. The digital prints are encrypted and transmitted directly to the FBI through our authorized FBI-approved channeling agency, which processes your Identity History Summary request and returns results to you typically Within 1 minute up to 5 days.
Unlike traditional FD-258 ink fingerprints which must be physically mailed and processed manually, Live Scan delivers a faster, cleaner, and more reliable result with a significantly lower chance of rejection due to poor print quality.
Not every agency accepts Live Scan. If your agency, licensing board, or employer specifically requires a physical FD-258 ink fingerprint form, you need that service instead. Not sure? Call us before you come in and we'll confirm in under two minutes.
If you need an FBI-based digital fingerprint background check for any of the following — Live Scan is your service.
Many countries and U.S. immigration processes require an FBI Identity History Summary as part of the visa, permanent residency, or naturalization application package.
Foreign employers, teaching abroad programs, and international work permit offices frequently require a certified FBI background check before issuing a contract or work authorization.
Certain federal licensing applications, clearance processes, and agency onboarding requirements specifically request digital fingerprint submissions rather than ink fingerprints.
Adoptive parents pursuing international adoption through Hague-compliant countries are typically required to submit FBI fingerprint records through embassy or consulate channels.
Some foreign countries require an FBI Identity History Summary with an apostille certification for legal purposes such as residency, asset registration, or business licensing abroad.
You can request your own FBI Identity History Summary at any time for personal knowledge, to correct a record, or to provide to any party that requires it.
The entire appointment typically takes 15–20 minutes from the moment you walk in.
Booking online takes two minutes and helps reduce your wait time. Bring a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID.
We verify your identity against your government-issued ID and collect the required applicant information — full legal name, date of birth, place of birth, and the reason for fingerprinting. This data is required by the FBI for processing.
Your fingerprints are captured digitally using our certified Live Scan scanner — a flat-bed optical device that reads all ten fingers with no ink. The scanner immediately checks print quality and alerts us if a rescan is needed before we proceed.
Once quality is confirmed, your fingerprint data is encrypted and transmitted electronically to the FBI through our authorized FBI-approved channeling agency. The channeler processes your request and forwards results directly to you at the email or address you provide.
You receive your FBI Identity History Summary typically Within 1 minute up to 5 days. Results are delivered to you by the channeler and can be forwarded to the requesting agency, embassy, or employer as required.
Both services capture your fingerprints — the method, format, and use case differ. Here's how to decide which one you need.
| Feature | Live Scan (Digital) | FD-258 Ink Fingerprints |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Digital scanner — no ink | Traditional ink on paper form |
| Submission | Electronically to FBI/agency | Mailed physically to agency |
| Result Speed | Within 1 minute up to 5 days | Days to weeks (mail dependent) |
| Risk of Rejection | Very low — quality checked before sending | Higher — ink smears & poor ridge clarity |
| FBI Identity History Summary | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| ATF Firearms Applications | ✗ Not accepted | ✓ Required |
| State Licensing Boards | Some accept — confirm first | ✓ Most boards require ink fingerprints |
| Foreign Embassy / Visa | ✓ Accepted by most | Some require physical ink fingerprints |
| Best For | FBI personal checks, visa, immigration, federal use | ATF, state boards, out-of-state agencies |
Call us at (816) 442-0295 before your appointment. Tell us the name of the agency asking for fingerprints and we will confirm in under two minutes whether Live Scan or FD-258 ink fingerprints are required.
We've built our reputation on getting fingerprints right the first time — fast results, authorized channels, and zero guesswork on your submission.
We submit through an FBI-approved channeling agency authorized to process Identity History Summary requests. Your submission goes through the proper, secure federal channel every time.
Electronic submission means your results don't wait in a mail pile. Most applicants receive their FBI Identity History Summary Within 1 minute up to 5 days — significantly faster than ink fingerprint submissions.
Our scanner validates print quality in real time before we transmit. If a finger needs to be rescanned, we do it immediately — no rejected submissions from poor print quality.
All fingerprint data is encrypted before transmission and handled in strict compliance with FBI and federal security standards. Your biometric data never leaves our system unprotected.
Book Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM or Saturday 10 AM–3 PM. Most appointments are completed in 15–20 minutes.
Not sure if Live Scan is what you need? Call us before you drive over. We'll confirm your service, what to bring, and what to expect — in under two minutes.
Still have questions? Call (816) 442-0295 and we'll sort it out in two minutes.
Appointments available Mon–Fri 9AM–6PM and Saturday 10AM–3PM. Results returned Within 1 minute up to 5 days.
8101 E. Bannister Rd · Kansas City, MO 64134
