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FBI Live Scan Fingerprinting
in West Los Angeles

When you need fast, accurate federal background checks, trust L A Fingerprints, Inc. for your FBI Live Scan fingerprinting in West Los Angeles.

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What is FBI Live Scan Fingerprinting?

FBI Live Scan uses digital technology to capture and transmit your fingerprints directly to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This is the preferred method for many federal background checks, including employment, licensing, immigration, and personal review requests.

Who Typically Needs This Service?

  • Federal employment: Applicants for government roles.
  • Licensing: Out-of-state professional candidates.
  • Immigration: Visa applicants and international adoption process.
  • Personal Review: Individuals requesting their own FBI criminal history.

What to Bring to Your FBI Live Scan Appointment

01

A valid government-issued photo ID

02

Any required FBI or agency forms (if applicable)

03

Payment for services

Why choose L A Fingerprints, Inc. for ink fingerprints?

Ink fingerprinting requires care, patience, and attention to detail. At L A Fingerprints, Inc., we provide professional fingerprint card services in a respectful, organized, and client-focused environment. We do not rush and take the necessary precautions to produce the best possible prints, thereby minimizing the risk of rejection and delays. We offer a clean, professional environment, flexible scheduling, and same-day service whenever possible.

Non-U.S. Citizens: We offer Departmental Order Fingerprints (EDO). This is a faster alternative for non-citizens, with results often delivered via email within 10-15 days.

Traditional Ink Fingerprinting

While many agencies have moved to digital, some still require a physical hard copy. We specialize in high-quality ink impressions to ensure your application isn’t delayed.

We recommend that our clients read their instructions carefully, as some agencies send paperwork for ID verification and notarization. Some also require a passport photo. Please bring all documents at the time of your appointment.

When to choose Ink Over Live Scan

You may need traditional ink cards if:

  • Your requesting agency is outside of California.
  • The fingerprints must be physically mailed to a federal or international office.
  • You are applying for specific professional licenses that do not yet accept electronic submissions.

PROUDLY SERVING THE WESTSIDE

Areas That We Serve

  • West Los Angeles
  • Santa Monica
  • Brentwood
  • Westwood
  • Century City
  • Beverly Hills
  • Culver City
  • Marina del Rey
  • Venice
  • Playa Vista
  • Westchester
  • El Segundo
  • Manhattan Beach
  • Redondo Beach and surrounding areas

📍 Executive Tower · 11400 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 200, Los Angeles, CA 90064 · Free parking available

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ink Fingerprints FAQ

Ink fingerprints are fingerprints captured on a physical fingerprint card, usually by rolling each finger in ink and placing the impressions onto the card. They are often used when an agency, employer, licensing board, or government office requires a hard-copy fingerprint card instead of an electronic Live Scan submission.

Please bring a valid, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or other acceptable identification. You should also bring any paperwork, instructions, fingerprint cards, ORI numbers, agency codes, mailing instructions, or forms provided by the agency requesting your fingerprints.

It depends on the agency’s requirements. If the agency gave you a specific fingerprint card, bring that card with you. If you were not given a card, we have the standard card, FD-258, that you need.

We can help guide you with the fingerprinting portion and make sure the fingerprints are placed properly on the card. However, you are responsible for providing accurate personal information and following the instructions from the requesting agency.

Most ink fingerprint appointments are completed efficiently. The exact time may depend on the number of cards needed, the condition of your fingerprints, and whether multiple sets are required.

Some fingerprints can be harder to capture due to dry skin, worn ridges, cuts, age, certain occupations, or skin conditions. At L A Fingerprints, Inc., we take the time to carefully capture the clearest prints possible and provide a professional, respectful experience.

Avoid applying heavy lotion right before your appointment. If your hands are very dry, light moisturizing earlier in the day may help. Keep your hands clean, and try to avoid activities that may cause cuts, irritation, or excessive dryness before fingerprinting.

Yes. Any fingerprint submission can be rejected if the prints are unclear, incomplete, smudged, too light, or if the card has missing or incorrect information. We take care to capture high-quality prints, but final acceptance is determined by the receiving agency.

Yes. We can assist with multiple fingerprint cards for different agencies or purposes. Please bring all required instructions and cards so we can prepare each set correctly.

Yes. We assist clients who need ink fingerprints for certain immigration, consular, international, or FBI-related requirements. Since requirements can vary, please bring the instructions from the requesting agency or attorney.

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