Foreign Countries Police Check – Ink Fingerprinting in Canada
Ink Fingerprinting for Foreign Police Certificates
Need fingerprints for a foreign police certificate, police clearance, or criminal record check?
Many foreign police agencies and government authorities require applicants to submit traditional ink fingerprints on a fingerprint card as part of the police clearance process.
At Fingerprinting365, we provide professional ink fingerprinting services for individuals in Canada who need fingerprints submitted to foreign police agencies, government authorities, immigration departments, and other organizations.
Whether you need a foreign police clearance for immigration, employment, residency, citizenship, a visa, licensing, or another official purpose, we can help you complete the fingerprinting portion of your application.
Professional Ink Fingerprinting for Foreign Police Checks
Foreign police certificate requirements vary from country to country. Some authorities accept electronic fingerprints, while others specifically require ink fingerprints on a designated fingerprint card.
Our office provides traditional ink-and-roll fingerprinting for foreign police checks and other official applications.
Fingerprint Cards Available In Our Office
For your convenience, we have commonly requested fingerprint cards available in our office, including:
- FBI FD-258 fingerprint card
- RCMP C-216C fingerprint form
If your application requires one of these forms, you may be able to obtain the required card directly at our office.
Important: Fingerprint card requirements vary by country and application. Before your appointment, confirm which fingerprint card and fingerprint format the requesting authority requires.
How the Ink Fingerprinting Process Works
1. Bring Your Documents
Bring your fingerprint card if you have already received one from the foreign police agency or government authority.
If you have application instructions or specific fingerprinting requirements, bring those with you as well.
2. Have Your Fingerprints Taken
Our trained fingerprinting professional will take your fingerprints using the traditional ink-and-roll method and record the required impressions on the appropriate fingerprint card or form.
3. Review Your Fingerprint Card
Your fingerprint card will be completed according to the instructions provided by the requesting authority.
We can also ensure that the required fingerprint impressions are properly recorded before you leave.
4. Submit Your Fingerprints
After your fingerprints have been taken, you can submit the completed fingerprint card according to the instructions provided by the foreign police authority or government agency.
Please note: Fingerprinting365 provides the fingerprinting service. The foreign police authority or government agency is responsible for processing the fingerprints and issuing the police certificate or clearance.
Other Services
FD-258 Fingerprint Cards
The FD-258 is a standard fingerprint card commonly used for criminal record checks, background checks, immigration-related applications, licensing, and other official purposes.
If your foreign police authority or organization specifically requests an FBI FD-258 fingerprint card, we have FD-258 cards available in our office.
Always follow the specific instructions provided by the organization requesting your fingerprints.
RCMP C-216C Fingerprint Forms
The RCMP C-216C is a Canadian fingerprint form used for fingerprint-based applications and record checks.
If you have been instructed to provide fingerprints on an RCMP C-216C, we have C-216C forms available in our office.
If you already have a C-216C form, you are welcome to bring it with you to your appointment.
Why Do Foreign Police Checks Require Ink Fingerprints?
Some foreign police agencies use fingerprints to verify an applicant’s identity and search their criminal record databases.
Depending on the country and application, the requesting authority may require fingerprints to be:
Taken using traditional ink
Rolled individually
Recorded on a specific fingerprint card
Taken by a qualified or authorized fingerprinting provider
Submitted together with additional identification or application documents
Because requirements differ between countries, it is important to follow the instructions provided by the authority requesting your police certificate.
What Should I Bring to My Appointment?
Please bring:
Valid government-issued identification
Your fingerprint card, if one was provided to you
Any instructions or forms from the foreign police or government authority
Your application or reference number, if applicable
Any additional documents specifically requested by the foreign authority
If you do not have a fingerprint card, FD-258 and C-216C fingerprint forms are available in our office.
If you are unsure which form you need, we recommend checking with the foreign police authority or organization requesting your fingerprints before your appointment.
Foreign Police Checks We Can Help With
We provide ink fingerprinting for applicants who need to obtain police certificates or police clearances from foreign jurisdictions.
Common reasons for obtaining a foreign police certificate include:
Immigration applications
Permanent residency applications
Citizenship applications
Visa applications
Overseas employment
International licensing
Professional registration
Residency applications
Adoption and family-related applications
Government applications
International background checks
If your foreign police authority has specifically requested ink fingerprints, we can help you complete the fingerprinting portion of the process.
Do You Need a Specific Fingerprint Card?
The required fingerprint card depends on the country and application.
Some authorities provide applicants with a specific fingerprint card, while others may identify an accepted standard fingerprint form.
If you have received a fingerprint card from the foreign authority, bring that card with you to your appointment.
If you have not been provided with a card, contact the requesting authority to confirm which fingerprint card they accept.
For your convenience, FD-258 and RCMP C-216C fingerprint cards/forms are available at our office.
Frequent Asking Questions
Do you have fingerprint cards available?
Yes. FD-258 and RCMP C-216C fingerprint cards/forms are available in our office.
If your application requires a different fingerprint card, please bring the card supplied by the requesting authority.
Can I bring my own fingerprint card?
Yes. If the foreign police agency or government authority has provided you with a specific fingerprint card, bring it with you to your appointment.
Can you fingerprint me for an FBI background check?
Yes, we provide ink fingerprinting on FBI FD-258 fingerprint cards. If you require an FBI Identity History Summary or another FBI service, make sure you follow the FBI’s current application and submission instructions.
Can you complete an RCMP C-216C?
Yes. We provide fingerprinting services using the RCMP C-216C form, which is available in our office.
Can you send my fingerprints to the foreign police agency?
Fingerprinting requirements and submission procedures vary by country. In many cases, the completed fingerprint card is returned to the applicant for submission directly to the appropriate foreign authority.
Please follow the submission instructions provided by the agency requesting your police certificate.
Do you issue the foreign police certificate?
No. Fingerprinting365 provides the fingerprinting service only. The foreign police authority or government agency processes the fingerprints and makes the decision regarding issuance of the police certificate or police clearance.
What identification do I need?
Bring valid government-issued identification to your appointment. Additional identification or documentation may be required depending on the requirements of the requesting authority.
What if I don’t know which fingerprint card I need?
The safest option is to check the instructions from the foreign police agency, embassy, immigration authority, or organization requesting your police certificate.
If they specify FD-258, C-216C, or another fingerprint card, bring that information with you.
Book Your Ink Fingerprinting Appointment
Need ink fingerprints for a foreign police certificate?
Book your fingerprinting appointment with Fingerprinting365.
Our office has FD-258 and RCMP C-216C fingerprint cards/forms available, making it convenient to complete your fingerprinting requirements in one visit.
Bring your government-issued identification, fingerprint card if applicable, and any instructions provided by the foreign police or government authority.