Direct connect accredited agencies are certified to have its own server connected to the RCMP’s Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS) for submitting fingerprints directly into their database. Other agencies do not own a server and usually uses a direct connect company’s server for submissions to the RCMP. The companies listed on “Private fingerprinting Company locations accredited by the RCMP” are certified to take fingerprints but only a few RCMP accredited fingerprinting agencies are a direct connect to the RCMP.
Why choose the fingerprint Room?
The fingerprinting itself will take no longer than 30 minutes but our trained certified staff are available for consultation to clarify what you require for your fingerprinting and background checks. As accredited fingerprint company with RCMP direct connect accreditation, our server is connected directly to the RCMP’s CCRTIS database for a more secure and direct electronic submission to obtain the RCMP background check. As one of the first accredited third-party fingerprint agency about 10 years ago, we are very experienced and have the most updated fingerprinting technology at our office to support our clients. We focus on listening our clients’ needs and advise the best solution to accommodate each circumstance. Please feel free to contact us for any questions or concerns.
Digital and Ink Fingerprinting
A: At our office, we provide the RCMP C216 form and FBI FD258 form. For any other forms, please bring it with you
A: Ink Fingerprinting is done by inking the fingers and transferring the ink onto the physical fingerprint form for submitting to the police. Digital Fingerprinting is done by taking a scan of the fingers and printing out onto the fingerprint form. Digital fingerprints are a more advanced fingerprinting technology and is usually recommended due to its clarity.
A: We require two pieces of government issued English IDs (one being a photo ID)
Should you require ink fingerprinting on a specific fingerprint form unique to the country, please bring the form with you.
Canadian RCMP Criminal Record Check
A: Step 1: Book your appointment at any of our fingerprinting locations
Step 2: Bring two pieces of government issued IDs
Step 3: Have your fingerprints taken by a digital scanner
Step 4: Fingerprints will be submitted electronically to the RCMP in seconds
Step 5: The RCMP completes the criminal background check in approximately 3 business days
Step 6: Certified police check will be shipped out from Ottawa by regular mail with Canada Post
A: We require two pieces of government issued English IDs (one being a photo ID). Any fingerprint request letter would be helpful to our staff at time of appointment
A: Using our direct connection to the RCMP server, we can digitize your fingerprints directly by scanning your fingers into the system and submitting them to the RCMP’s Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS)
A: The search itself can take 3 business days for the RCMP to complete. The RCMP uses Canada Post regular mail to ship the certificate to the appropriate addresses. Generally including the shipping, it takes on average 4 to 10 business days to arrive to our offices in Westcoast Canada. Please note that although rare, those with a criminal history may take up to 120 days.
A: No, coming to our office and having your fingerprints scanned directly into our accredited RCMP system is the fastest method in having your fingerprints submitted electronically to obtain your criminal record check. The RCMP will not use any courier to ship certificates out.
A: We understand that some clients have lawyers and immigration consultants who deals with their file. Please have it noted under mailing address in our application and we will have it shipped to your preferred mailing address. We also ship outside Canada.
A: Once the fingerprints have been processed to the RCMP, the RCMP system will generate the DCN number. Please come into our office to conduct the record check and we can provide you with the DCN number. This is required for application with Canada Post, Cannabis business license, and federal clearance
Name and Date of Birth Based Criminal Background Check
A: For most application involving a federal institution will need fingerprint-based search. Some examples include study permits, work visa, and immigration purposes. Fingerprint based criminal background check searches for a match in criminal history by fingerprints, whereas the name-based searches for criminal history based on name and date of birth. A name-based criminal record check is mainly requested for private employers and cannot be used for government applications.
A: Step 1: Book your appointment at any of our fingerprinting locations
Step 2: Bring two pieces of government issued picture IDs
Step 3: Fill out a consent form
Step 4: Certificate will be produced within 24-48 hours and mailed to your preferred address
A: We require two pieces of government issued English IDs, both must be picture IDs.
A: The processing itself will take 24 to 48 hours. Please consider additional time for shipping.
A: We understand that some clients have lawyers and immigration consultants who deals with their file. Please have it noted under mailing address in our application and we will have it shipped to your preferred mailing address. We also ship outside Canada.
FBI Criminal Identity History Summary Checks
A: No, the FBI report will be available in a pdf form and will be emailed to you
A: For US citizens/Permanent Residents, you will receive an electronic FBI report within 24 hours. For non-US citizens, you will receive the FBI e-report in approximately 5 – 7 business days
A: We require two pieces of government issued English IDs (one being a photo ID). If you are American citizen or permanent resident (green card holder), we will need your Social Security Number (SSN)