Standard FBI FD-258 fingerprint card with ten rolled fingerprint impressions captured in San Jose
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FD-258 Fingerprint Card
Same-Day Ink Service in San Jose

Most fingerprint card services capture your prints, then mail the card back days later. We hand you the finished FD-258 fingerprint card before you leave the parking lot. Walk in with your ID — walk out ready to mail it to the FBI, your nursing board, or any out-of-state agency.

Certified Fingerprint Roller FBI-Approved Verify on oag.ca.gov
Same-Day
Walk-In Service
Ink & Digital
Both Methods
EN·ES·VI
Trilingual Service
FBI 8×8
Standard Card
What is FD-258?

The official FBI 8×8 fingerprint card

The FD-258 is the standard FBI fingerprint card San Jose applicants use when an agency wants physical hard card fingerprinting instead of digital Live Scan. This applicant fingerprint card captures ten rolled fingerprint impressions plus four flats, your data, and the Privacy Act statement on FBI-standard 8×8 FBI fingerprint card stock.

Our walk-in FD-258 fingerprint card San Jose service uses traditional ink fingerprinting San Jose on FBI-approved ink pads — the classic ten-print method accepted by every federal agency, foreign embassy, and out-of-state licensing board. Our DOJ Certified Fingerprint Roller pre-checks every rolled fingerprint card before you leave. We meet FBI standards for out-of-state fingerprint cards nationwide. FD-258 fingerprint card San Jose walk-ins welcome any business day.

  • FBI Identity History Summary mail-in submissions
  • Out-of-state employment and licensing (nursing, real estate)
  • Canadian immigration and foreign visa applications
  • Adoption, foster care, and family-court matters
  • FINRA, securities, and federal agency requests
Transparent Pricing

FD-258 cards without surprises

Most providers hide pricing until you arrive. Our walk-in fingerprint card San Jose rates are flat, all-inclusive, and published here.

Standard
FD-258 Cards Package
$100
2 cards, ready to mail
  • Two FBI 8×8 FD-258 cards
  • Ten rolled prints + four flat impressions
  • Traditional ink fingerprinting method
  • Addressed envelope & postage included
  • Walk-in or scheduled appointment
Book Cards Package

Both packages include 2 cards, addressed envelope, and postage. Apostille for international cards available as add-on. Mobile FD-258 fingerprinting South Bay-wide for groups of 5+.

Common use cases

When you need an FD-258 fingerprint card

Industries and agencies that require fingerprint card services Bay Area applicants submit on physical FD-258 stock rather than digital Live Scan.

Nursing & Healthcare

CA Board of Registered Nursing renewals, out-of-state RN/LVN licensing, and travel-nurse compact applications often need an fingerprint card for nursing license.

Real Estate & Mortgage

CA DRE broker exams, NMLS mortgage filings, and out-of-state real estate licensing call for an fingerprint card for real estate license.

Canadian Immigration

IRCC and RCMP submissions for residency, work permits, and citizenship require a fingerprint card for Canadian immigration with apostille.

Adoption & Foster Care

Domestic and international adoption agencies, foster-care licensing, and home-study filings use an fingerprint card for adoption.

FINRA & Securities

Annual FINRA renewals, broker-dealer registrations, and securities employment use the fingerprint card for FINRA route on FD-258 stock.

Firearms & NFA

CCW permits, FFL transfers, and NFA Form 1 / Form 4 trust filings need a fingerprint card for firearms per ATF requirements.

Same-Day Process

From walk-in to card in hand

Four steps from arrival to a finished FD-258 card ready to mail to your requesting agency — all in one San Jose visit.

1

Walk In or Book

Bring your photo ID and any agency-supplied form. 434 Blossom Hill Rd, no appointment required.

2

Traditional Ink Rolling

Classic ten-print method using FBI-approved ink pads on authentic FD-258 card stock — accepted nationwide.

3

Roll & Print

Our DOJ Certified Fingerprint Roller captures ten prints plus flat impressions in roughly 10 minutes.

4

Walk Out Done

Take your finished card to mail, or add FBI channeling and apostille right here in the same visit.

Why San Jose chooses us

The Bay Area’s walk-in FD-258 office

National chains mail your card. We hand it to you the same day.

Same-Day, In Hand

Walk in, get rolled, walk out with the card. Same-day FD-258 card service — no mail-out delays.

FBI Channel Bundled

Working with an FBI-approved channeler partner — submit electronically and get your FBI Identity History Summary often within minutes of submission, alongside your card.

Rejection Prevention

Our DOJ Certified Fingerprint Roller pre-checks every print for clarity before you leave — minimizing the rework that plagues mail-out cards.

Walk-In + Mobile

434 Blossom Hill Rd or mobile FD-258 fingerprinting for groups of 5+. Trilingual EN·ES·VI service.

How we compare

Walk-in vs. typical mail-out

National FD-258 chains capture your prints, then mail the card days later. Here is how that stacks up.

Feature Fingerscan Digital Typical Mail-Out
Card delivered same day
Walk-in San Jose office
FBI channeling included option
Apostille for international cards
Trilingual EN·ES·VI service
Pre-check rejection prevention
FD-258 FAQ

Common questions about FD-258 fingerprint card services

How much does an FD-258 fingerprint card cost in San Jose?
Our FD-258 Cards Package is $100 — includes two FD-258 cards, an addressed envelope, and postage so you can drop them in any mailbox. Need FBI processing too? Our FD-258 + FBI Bundle is $220 (cards + FBI Background Check) with results often within minutes of submission.
What’s the difference between FD-258 and Live Scan?
Live Scan captures fingerprints electronically and transmits them to California DOJ — used for in-state employment and licensing. FD-258 is the physical 8×8 FBI fingerprint card mailed to federal agencies, out-of-state employers, foreign governments, or wherever electronic submission isn’t accepted. Ink fingerprinting for FBI mail-in submissions almost always uses FD-258 stock.
Can you do ink fingerprinting San Jose for Canadian immigration?
Yes. Ink fingerprinting San Jose on FD-258 is required for IRCC and RCMP submissions. Canadian immigration applications typically also need apostille authentication — we handle both at our San Jose office in one visit.
Do you do walk-in fingerprint card San Jose service or appointment only?
Both. Walk-in fingerprint card San Jose service Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM, Sat 11 AM–5 PM. Or schedule online for a guaranteed slot. Mobile FD-258 fingerprinting available for groups of 5+ across the South Bay.
Are you an FBI channeler fingerprint card provider?
Yes — we work with an FBI-approved channeler partner. Choose our $220 FBI channeler fingerprint card bundle to get electronic Identity History Summary results often within minutes of submission, alongside your physical FD-258 cards.
What happens if my FD-258 card is rejected?
Our DOJ Certified Fingerprint Roller pre-checks every card for clarity and ridge detail before you leave. If the receiving agency rejects due to capture quality, we re-roll at no charge. Applicant data-field errors are corrected at cost only.
Can I get an FD-258 fingerprint card near me without an appointment?
Yes — walk in any business day. Our FD-258 fingerprint card near me service welcomes walk-ins from San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Mountain View, and the broader South Bay. Most FD-258 fingerprint card San Jose orders are completed in roughly 10 minutes from arrival.
Do you bundle apostille with FD-258 for international use?
Yes. For Canadian immigration, foreign visa applications, and overseas employment requiring fingerprint card for out-of-state employment, we capture the FD-258 and authenticate it through the U.S. Department of State or California Secretary of State. See apostille services.
Are the FD-258 cards ready to mail when I leave?
Yes. Your two FD-258 cards come in an addressed envelope with postage included — drop in any USPS mailbox on your way home. No post office trip, no envelope shopping, no buying stamps. We confirm the mailing address with your agency at booking.
Ready for your FD-258?

Walk in today — card in hand in minutes

Bring your ID to 434 Blossom Hill Rd and walk out with a finished FD-258 card. Or schedule online for a guaranteed slot. Trilingual EN·ES·VI service.