FBI Fingerprinting & Clearance Services
Forensics Canada Inc offers:
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Accredited FBI Fingerprinting: Official fingerprinting on standard FD-258 and FD-1164 cards for U.S. Identity History Summary Checks.
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Flexible Options: Both digital (electronic) and traditional ink & roll capture available.
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Convenient Scarborough Location: Located inside the Passport Office / Government of Canada Building at 200 Town Centre Court, Unit 5 (easily accessible via TTC from Scarborough Town Centre).
FBI Fingerprinting Service
We assist Canadians, Permanent Residents, and Foreign Nationals who require an FBI Identity History Summary for:
Permanent Residence & Citizenship: Anyone over 18 who has spent six months or more in the U.S. since age 18 must provide an FBI police certificate.
Security Clearances: Potential employers or federal government positions may require a U.S. record check if you have lived there.
Work/Study Permits: Required for U.S. citizens or residents applying for specific temporary programs.
Foreign Travel/Relocation: For work or residency permits in countries requiring a US background check.
Why Choose Forensics Canada Inc.?
Inside the Government of Canada Building (Passport Office & Service Canada Centre): 200 Town Centre Court, Unit 5 (Main Floor), Scarborough, ON M1P 4X8
FAQ: FBI Fingerprinting
Yes. Forensics Canada Inc.is accredited by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to capture and submit fingerprints electronically to the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS) for civil purposes.
Yes. If you submitted your application electronically through the FBI’s e-form portal, you can log in to their website using the PIN provided in your confirmation email. For status updates on paper-based submissions, you may contact the FBI’s Customer Service line directly at (304) 625-5590.
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Electronic Submission: Once your fingerprints are mailed, the FBI typically processes the request within 3 to 10 business days.
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Mail-In Paper Application: Standard paper-based applications can take 2 to 4 weeks. The fingerprinting appointment at our office takes only 15 to 20 minutes, and we welcome walk-ins during regular business hours.
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No, you do not need to provide your own card. Forensics Canada provides the official FBI FD-258 cards as part of our service. We use FBI-certified equipment to ensure your fingerprints are perfectly aligned and meet the specific formatting requirements of the CJIS Division.
You must bring two pieces of valid, original government-issued identification. At least one must be a photo ID (such as a Passport, Driver’s License, or PR Card). Please note that Social Insurance Number (SIN) cards and Health Cards are generally not accepted as valid identification for this process.
You can visit Forensics Canada Inc. at 200 Town Centre Court, Suite 5, Scarborough, ON. We are located on the main floor of the Canada Centre Building, in the same complex as the Scarborough Passport Office. Our central location makes it easy for clients in Toronto and the GTA to get forensic-quality fingerprints with no appointment needed.
To obtain an FBI Identity History Summary Check, you must submit a set of fingerprints on an official FD-258 fingerprint card. At Forensics Canada, we use high-resolution Live Scan technology to capture your prints digitally and print them onto the required FBI cards, ensuring they meet strict forensic standards for acceptance.
Hours of Operation
Monday–Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:0 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Our location
200 Town Centre Court,
Unit 5 (Main Floor)
Scarborough, ON M1P 4X8
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