I’m Inside Canada. How do I get a Canadian Police Clearance?
Are you residing in Canada in cities like Richmond, Vancouver, Delta, Surrey, Ladner, Langley, Calgary, or Edmonton and need to obtain a Canadian police clearance for foreign visa, immigration, citizenship, and employment purposes? The Fingerprint Room Inc. is certified and accredited by the RCMP to take your fingerprints electronically and submit them directly to RCMP’s Canadian Criminal Real Time [...]
What is Canadian Document Apostille 2026?
In 2026, Canadian document apostille refers to the simplified processing of legalizing Canadian public documents for international use under the Hague Apostille Convention, which Canada has officially joined on January 11, 2024. As of today, there are 129 contracting parties to the Hague Apostille Convention. What are the key features of Canadian apostille in 2026? [...]
How to Apply RCMP Criminal Record Check 2026?
Looking to get a Canadian RCMP criminal record check in 2026? Both Canadians and non-Canadians are eligible to apply for a RCMP criminal record check, and you do not need to be physically in Canada. Here are the steps you need to know to get your RCMP criminal record check from inside and outside Canada! How to [...]
Can I Get a Vulnerable Sector Check from Outside Canada?
If you’re working or volunteering outside Canada in a setting where elderly and/or minors (vulnerable persons) are present, your organization may ask you to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) from Canada. However, the RCMP and local police services will not provide a VSC for employment/volunteering purposes outside Canada. A regular, standard Canadian RCMP certified criminal record check is sufficient. [...]
What is Canadian Criminal Record Check 2026?
In Canada, Canadian criminal record checks are processed through the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC), the national database managed by the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police). There are three primary levels of Canadian criminal record checks depending on the level of detail required. Types of Canadian Criminal Record Checks Level 1: Name-Based Criminal [...]
Do My Fingerprints Expire?
In short, fingerprints themselves typically don’t expire. Once taken, your fingerprints remain valid as biometric identifiers for life. However, for a Canadian police clearance (also known as RCMP certified criminal record check), you may need to take your fingerprints within a certain timeframe. This is common if you’re required to obtain a Canadian police clearance [...]





