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 [...]
2025 CCIB PAIR Event in Downtown Vancouver
On October 8 and 9, 2025, The Fingerprint Room Inc. had the pleasure of participating in the 2025 CCIB PAIR (Procurement Assistance and Information Reception) event held in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The two-day gathering brought together Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses, government representatives, and industry leaders—all with a shared goal of building meaningful partnerships and strengthening supplier [...]
I’m Outside Canada. How do I get a Canadian Police Clearance?
Are you’re living outside Canada, in countries like the United States, China, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, etc., and need a Canadian police clearance? You don’t have to travel to Canada to get this done! The Fingerprint Room Inc. can assist you throughout the entire process, guiding you step-by-step on how to obtain your Canadian police clearance while being [...]
What is a US Waiver of Inadmissibility 2025?
Are you tired of being stopped at the US-Canadian border because you have a criminal record in Canada? Is your criminal record preventing you from entering the United States of America to visit your family/friends, or for work or travel? You can obtain a US waiver of inadmissibility (commonly known as a US waiver) to make your trip to [...]
How to Obtain Fingerprints in Hong Kong for a Canadian Police Clearance?
Getting your fingerprints taken in Hong Kong is simple! You can book an appointment with the Hong Kong Police Force through the Hong Kong Police Force Online Booking System and visit their office in Wan Chai. Be sure to bring a request letter from the relevant consulate, immigration authority, or government office, as this document is mandatory for fingerprinting. [...]
How Long Does A Criminal Record Last in Canada?
In Canada, a criminal record doesn't simply disappear with time—it can stay with you for life unless you take specific legal steps to have it “sealed” or removed. Whether it is a minor offense or a serious charge, a conviction becomes part of your official life-long record, accessible by law enforcement and can affect jobs, travel, visa and immigration [...]





