Ink Fingerprinting in Orlando, Florida

If you've been told you need your fingerprints on a physical card, you've probably already discovered how hard those are to get in Florida. Most providers here only do live scan. That doesn't help when an out-of-state licensing board, a federal agency, or an attorney is asking for an actual ink card they can hold in their hands.

That's what we do, and it's what we're known for.

We keep fingerprint cards in stock at our Downtown Orlando office, so you don't have to order one and wait for it to arrive in the mail. If a card was already mailed to you, bring it — we'll use it. And if you're not sure which card you need, bring the letter or instructions you were given and we'll figure it out together.

📞 Call or text 407-801-0542
📍 20 N Orange Ave, Suite 1100, Downtown Orlando

Fingerprint Cards We Keep in Stock

You don't need to bring your own card. We stock:

• FD-258 — the card most of our clients need. The standard FBI applicant card, used for most background checks and out-of-state professional licensing
• FD-1164 — for FBI Identity History Summary reports and immigration filings
• SF-87 — for federal government employment and contracting
• ATF cards — for NFA trusts, Form 4 submissions, and federal firearms licensing
• FINRA cards — for broker-dealer registration and financial services compliance

Don't see the card you need? Call or text us at 407-801-0542. We work with cards from agencies and licensing boards all over the country, and if we don't have yours on hand, we'll tell you exactly how to get one.

Who Needs Ink Fingerprinting

Immigration and FBI background checks. If you need an FBI Identity History Summary, an immigration filing, or a records request, an ink card is typically what's required. We use the FD-1164 card for these. Learn more about our immigration fingerprinting →

Out-of-state professional licensing. Nurses, therapists, insurance agents, real estate professionals, and contractors applying for a license in another state are almost always asked for an ink card. Florida's live scan system doesn't transmit to other states' boards, which catches a lot of people off guard.

Federal employment and contracting. Federal positions and contractor roles generally require the SF-87 card. We keep them on hand.

FINRA and financial services. Broker-dealers, investment advisors, and their new hires often need ink cards as part of registration and compliance. More on FINRA fingerprinting →

ATF and federal firearms. NFA trust applications, FFL dealers, and Form 4 submissions require ink cards submitted in duplicate. More on ATF fingerprinting →

Expungement and record sealing. Florida's process requires ink prints on a specific card. We work with criminal defense attorneys across the state. More on expungement fingerprinting →

Employment, adoption, court matters, and volunteer screening. If someone handed you a blank card and told you to get it filled out, you're in the right place.

Why Ink Cards Are Hard to Find in Florida

Florida moved to live scan years ago for most in-state background checks. It's faster and it works well for Florida.

The problem is that live scan is a Florida system. When an agency outside the state needs your prints, or when a federal process specifically calls for a physical card, live scan providers can't help you. And because so few Florida providers still do ink fingerprinting, people end up driving across the state, or worse, going somewhere that does it badly.

Ink fingerprinting is a skill. Prints get rejected when they're rolled too quickly, when there's too much ink or too little, or when the prints look smudged. A rejected card means starting over — reordering, rescheduling, and often missing a deadline that mattered.

We've built our reputation on getting it right the first time, including for clients who came to us after being rejected somewhere else.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

1. Bring your ID and your paperwork. A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID is required. If you were sent a card, a letter, or specific instructions, bring those too. See our full list of accepted IDs below.
2. We confirm what you actually need. Before we roll a single print, we check the card type, how many copies you need, and how it's meant to be submitted. This step is where most mistakes get caught.
3. We take your prints. Rolled carefully and checked for clarity as we go. Most appointments take about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on how many cards you need.
4. We review before you leave. Every card gets checked for smudging, completeness, and correct information before it goes in your hands.
5. We can mail it for you. If you'd rather not handle the submission yourself, we offer a mailing and shipping service for a nominal fee. Just ask when you book.

Accepted Forms of Identification

Please bring a valid, unexpired ID from the primary list below.

Primary identification (photo ID required)

• Non-expired state driver's license
• State-issued ID card
• Work visa with photo
• U.S. passport or passport card
• Military identification card
• Permanent resident card
• Employment authorization card
• Foreign passport
• Foreign driver's license
• Global Entry card

Secondary identification

Some agencies require a second form of ID in addition to your photo ID. Accepted secondary documents include:

• Bank statement
• Paycheck stub
• Utility bill
• Insurance card
• Work or student ID card
• Credit or debit card
• Marriage certificate
• Birth certificate
• Social Security card
• Certificate of citizenship
• Certificate of naturalization
• VA ID card
• TWIC card

Not sure whether you need a second form of ID? Call or text us at 407-801-0542 before your appointment and we'll check for you.

Mobile Ink Fingerprinting Across Central Florida

We come to you.

If you're an employer onboarding a group, a law firm with a client who can't travel, a facility that needs staff printed on site, or an individual with mobility or scheduling constraints, we offer mobile ink fingerprinting throughout Central Florida.

Mobile service is quoted based on location and group size. Call or text 407-801-0542 and we'll get you a number the same day.

Ink Fingerprinting Pricing

Need more than two cards? Call or text 407-801-0542 and we'll quote you before you book. Many agencies require multiple copies, and it's far easier to do them all in one visit than to come back a second time.

We confirm pricing with you before every appointment. No surprises.

Serving Orlando and Central Florida

Our office is in Downtown Orlando at 20 N Orange Ave, Suite 1100 — easy to reach from anywhere in the Central Florida area.

We regularly serve clients from Orlando, Winter Park, Kissimmee, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary, Sanford, Winter Garden, Apopka, Oviedo, Maitland, Lake Nona, Poinciana, Ocoee, Dr. Phillips, Hunter's Creek, Horizon West, and other surrounding Central Florida communities. Our mobile service extends throughout the region.

Office hours: Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Appointments are required. We like to give every client our undivided attention and to be fully prepared before you arrive, so booking ahead means you're never left waiting. Walk-ins are welcome when time allows.

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