Can you replace the USCIS biometrics appointment for my client's I-485 or N-400?

No. USCIS conducts its own biometrics at Application Support Center (ASC) appointments for adjudication purposes - that step can't be substituted by a private office. What we provide is the parallel applicant-pulled FBI Identity History Summary that attorneys use for case files, RFE responses, moral-character packages, and waiver evidence. The two serve different purposes within the same case.

How fast can you turn around an Identity History Summary for a filing deadline?

Most reports return within one to four hours of submission. The channeler path uses electronic submission to the FBI's CJIS division - dramatically faster than the six-to-eight-week mail-in route. For RFE deadlines and same-week filings, this is generally inside the window.

Can my immigration attorney use this FBI report as evidence?

Yes. The Identity History Summary is the FBI's official applicant record - the same document attorneys attach to RFE responses, moral character packages, I-601 waiver filings, and removal-defense exhibits. We deliver the original FBI-issued PDF to your attorney's email or directly to you. Call (408) 766-3528 for a quote on case-specific routing.

What if my client's case is for a foreign filing - do you also apostille?

Yes. For Hague Convention countries that require an apostilled FBI report (Italy, Spain, Korea, Mexico, the Philippines, India, and many others), we offer the FBI Apostille bundle for $450 - background check plus U.S. Department of State apostille. Standalone apostille of an existing FBI report runs $350 expedited.

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Q: Do you deliver the report to the attorney or to the client?

Either, by your preference. Many attorneys want the report sent to the client (FBI guidelines treat the Identity History Summary as the applicant's personal record), and the client then forwards it to the firm. Other firms prefer direct delivery. Tell us at booking and we route it accordingly.

Q: Do you provide FD-258 ink cards if a foreign government requires them?

Yes. Some foreign police clearance equivalents and certain consular processes require FBI FD-258 ink fingerprint cards rather than electronic submission. We provide official FD-258 ink card capture at $100 for the first card and $25 each additional card same visit. The cards are then mailed by your client to the receiving authority.

FBI fingerprinting attorney San Jose service for immigration cases. Whether an attorney is sending a client, or a client whose lawyer asked for an FBI background check for immigration, we submit through our channeler partner and the Identity History Summary returns the same business day.

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What this service is for attorneys

Federal Identity History Summary, on your filing timeline

USCIS handles its own biometrics for adjudications at ASC offices — not something private offices can do. What our immigration fingerprinting service provides is the parallel piece your work depends on: a direct FBI Identity History Summary via our FBI channeler partner, returned in one to four hours instead of the six-to-eight weeks of a mail-in CJIS request.

That report is what Bay Area immigration attorneys attach to RFE responses, moral-character packages for N-400, inadmissibility waiver filings, removal-defense exhibits, and asylum identity packets. Same source as the FBI’s own copy.

Same-day FBI background check via channeler partner
PDF delivery to attorney email or to the client
FD-258 ink cards for foreign police clearance equivalents
Mobile fingerprinting at your law office

When attorneys send clients to us

Common attorney-driven scenarios

“Client has prior arrest — need to see what the bureau shows before we file the I-601A.”

“USCIS issued an RFE asking for federal record clearance — 30 days to respond.”

“N-400 moral character file needs an Identity History Summary to corroborate the affidavit.”

Where attorneys use this report

Six attorney workflows we support daily

Case types Bay Area immigration attorneys send clients in for — each with filing-deadline pressure and evidentiary need.

Moral character · N-400

Naturalization good moral character

For clients with prior law-enforcement contact, a clean federal record corroborates the moral-character affidavit and reduces RFE risk.

Identity History Summary

RFE response

Federal record clearance for RFE

USCIS sometimes requests an applicant-pulled federal record check as supplemental evidence. We turn it around inside the 30-day response window.

Same-day or next-day

Inadmissibility waivers

I-601 and I-601A waiver evidence

Waivers benefit from a current federal record showing rehabilitation. Pull before drafting so you work from facts.

Pre-filing diligence

CIMT analysis

Crimes involving moral turpitude

Before advising on CIMT exposure, attorneys want to see exactly what the bureau has on file — not just what the client remembers.

Pre-consultation diligence

Removal defense

Cancellation of removal evidence

Defense filings benefit from a current Identity History Summary demonstrating continuous good moral character.

EOIR exhibit

Asylum & protection

Asylum, U-visa, VAWA, T-visa

Identity-evidence packets for protection-based filings often include a federal record check to establish background clearly.

Identity packet

How it works for your case

Four steps from booking to PDF in hand

Walk in, schedule online, or have your attorney call us first — whatever fits the case timeline.

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Schedule online, walk in during business hours, or call (408) 766-3528 for a quote.

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434 Blossom Hill Road. Bring photo ID. We capture electronic prints for the channeler.

Channeler submission

Prints submit electronically through our channeler partner. Federal CJIS processes the request.

Federal report by email

Identity History Summary returned by encrypted email typically within one to four hours.

Transparent pricing

Two services, one law-firm friendly account

Pick FBI Background Check for federal record evidence, or FD-258 ink cards for foreign police clearance equivalents.

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For RFE, moral character, waivers

FBI Background Check

$120 per check, flat

Typically 1–4 hours

Channeler electronic submission
Identity History Summary by email
Direct delivery to attorney or client
Walk-in welcome — no appointment
Same-day FBI background check turnaround

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For foreign police clearance

FBI Fingerprint Card (FD-258)

$100 first card, walk-in

10–15 minute appointment

Official FD-258 ink card
Each additional same visit: $25
Accepted by foreign consulates
Mail-ready for client to send
Certified Fingerprint Roller on staff

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Need the FBI report for USCIS or a foreign filing? Our FBI Apostille bundle covers background check plus federal apostille for $450. Ideal for background check for green card, background check for naturalization, or foreign filings.

Why immigration cases choose us

Built around filing-deadline reality

Our immigration FBI fingerprinting Bay Area service understands that immigration cases run on tight USCIS deadlines. Our partner office, TrustPoint Disability and Legal Services, handles document drafting when you need a related-services referral.

Same-day turnaround when it matters

Our fast FBI background check San Jose service returns most reports inside four hours — the difference between an immigration lawyer filing on time or filing late.

Trilingual staff for diverse clients

Our team handles fingerprinting for immigration attorneys and their clients in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese — no language barriers when explaining the federal report process.

Mobile to your law office

For multi-client onboarding, we travel to you. On-site fingerprinting via mobile service means clients never leave the consultation.

One-stop for federal documents

Walk-in FBI fingerprinting San Jose plus federal apostille under one roof. Cases needing both go through our FBI Apostille bundle ($450).

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Common attorney questions

Questions Bay Area immigration attorneys ask us

Can you replace USCIS biometrics for I-485 or N-400?

No. USCIS conducts its own biometrics at ASC appointments. Our FBI channeler partner provides the parallel applicant-pulled Identity History Summary used for case files, RFE responses, moral-character packages, and waiver evidence.

How fast can you turn around an Identity History Summary?

Most reports return within one to four hours. The channeler uses electronic submission to the federal CJIS division — far faster than the six-to-eight-week mail-in route. Generally inside RFE deadlines.

Can my immigration attorney use this report as case evidence?

Yes. The Identity History Summary is the official Bureau record — what an attorney FBI background check request produces. Law firms attach it to RFE responses, moral character packages, I-601 waivers, and removal-defense exhibits. Our FBI background check law firm service delivers the PDF to your attorney or directly to you.

Do you deliver the report to the attorney or to the client?

Either, by your preference. Many attorneys prefer the report sent to the client (the bureau treats it as the applicant’s personal record). Other firms prefer direct delivery. Tell us at booking.

Do you also apostille the FBI report for foreign filings?

Yes. For Hague Convention countries (Italy, Spain, Korea, Mexico, India, Philippines, others), we offer the FBI Apostille bundle for $450 — background check plus U.S. Department of State apostille.

Can you come to our law office for multi-client appointments?

Yes. Mobile fingerprinting is available throughout Santa Clara County and the Bay Area — ideal for multi-client onboarding or mobility-limited cases. Pricing depends on group size.

Do you provide FD-258 ink cards if a foreign government requires them?

Yes. Some foreign police clearance equivalents require FD-258 ink cards rather than electronic submission. We provide official FD-258 capture at $100 first card, $25 each additional. Cards are mailed by your client.

Is the report admissible in immigration court?

The Identity History Summary is the bureau’s official applicant record. Whether it’s admitted in EOIR depends on how it’s introduced and the immigration judge’s rulings. Our law firm fingerprinting service provides the original agency-issued PDF unaltered.

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