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Live Scan Fees San Jose —
Transparent Fingerprinting Pricing

Live Scan fees San Jose: a $40 rolling fee plus government-mandated DOJ and FBI processing fees. Pricing is clear and upfront — no hidden charges. Bring your Live Scan request form to our San Jose office and we’ll confirm your exact total before we begin.

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Live Scan fingerprinting fees

Live Scan fees San Jose
— what you’ll pay

Live Scan fingerprinting cost San Jose has two parts: our rolling fee plus government-mandated state and federal charges. The rolling fee covers digitally capturing and submitting your prints. State and federal amounts are set by the California Department of Justice and FBI — not by our office.

  • Rolling fee — print capture, quality assurance, and electronic submission
  • DOJ charge — California processing, varies by application
  • FBI charge — required for most background checks
  • Firearm eligibility — added for license types that need it
  • No hidden charges — we confirm your total before we begin
Transparent pricing

Confirmed before we start

Bring your form or ORI number. Like every rolling fee Live Scan California office, ours is one piece of the total — state and federal amounts are collected at your visit and remitted to agencies. One stop, one receipt.

Common Live Scan fee schedules

Live Scan fees
— by application type

Below are fees for the most common Live Scan requests. Your exact total depends on the ORI number and level of service on your BCII 8016 Live Scan form. Not all categories are listed — call (408) 766-3528 or bring your form for an exact quote.

Application Type
Fee Breakdown
Total

Standard Employment / License

DOJ + FBI required

DOJ: $32 · FBI: $17 · Rolling: $40
$89

Record Review / Personal RAP Sheet

DOJ only — no FBI

DOJ: $32 · Rolling: $40
$72

Certificate / License with Firearm

DOJ + FBI + Firearm eligibility

DOJ: $42 · FBI: $17 · Firearm: $38 · Rolling: $40
$137

DOJ Only — No FBI

Volunteer, some state agencies

DOJ: $32 · Rolling: $40
$72

Ink Fingerprint Card (FD-258)

2 cards + mailing envelope · out-of-state or federal agencies

2 cards + envelope · no DOJ/FBI submission
$100

FBI Background Check — Same Day

Results in 1–4 hours · immigration, adoption, travel

FBI channeling fee · no DOJ submission
$120
Note: Fees are set by the California Department of Justice and are subject to change. Rolling fee is not a service fee — it covers fingerprint capture and DOJ submission. If your requesting agency has a billing account, you may only owe the rolling fee.
How it works

Five steps from form
to electronic submission

1

Get Your Form

Obtain BCII 8016 from your employer or licensing agency with the ORI number filled in.

2

Visit Our Office

Walk in or schedule at 434 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose. Bring your form and valid ID.

3

We Confirm Fees

We review your form and confirm your exact total before we begin.

4

Fingerprint Capture

Trained technicians digitally capture your prints. Takes 10–15 minutes.

5

Electronic Submission

Prints submitted electronically to DOJ and FBI. Results returned in 3 to 30 days, depending on agency.

What affects your cost

Factors that influence
Live Scan fees

Location

Live Scan pricing varies by city and county. Our San Jose office offers competitive rates in the South Bay.

Purpose

Employment, professional licensing, adoption, volunteer work, and immigration each have different fee structures.

Level of Service

DOJ-only, DOJ + FBI, or DOJ + FBI + firearm. Your form specifies which level applies.

Government Charges

State and federal amounts are set by the California Department of Justice and FBI. Non-negotiable, vary by application.

Expedited Services

Same-day FBI background check results in 1–4 hours ($120) for urgent immigration, adoption, or travel needs.

Additional Services

FD-258 ink cards, notary, passport photo, and mobile Live Scan for groups of 5+.

Important notice

A note about
Live Scan fees

Why we can’t confirm your total before your visit

Not every licensing or employment category appears in the table above. Your exact DOJ Live Scan fee and FBI fingerprinting fee depend on your form’s ORI number and level of service — both set by the California Department of Justice and FBI, not by our office. If you schedule online, you’ll be charged the rolling fee only; state and federal charges are collected at your visit.

Total Live Scan pricing San Jose filers pay can only be confirmed at your office visit.

We accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards. If your requesting agency has a DOJ billing account, you may owe only the Live Scan rolling fee. Questions? Call (408) 766-3528.

What to bring

Live Scan appointment
— what you need

Five items for a smooth single-visit appointment at our San Jose office.

Bring with you

  • Live Scan request form (BCII 8016) — from your employer or licensing agency, with ORI number filled in
  • Valid photo ID — driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID
  • Payment — cash, credit, or debit for rolling fee plus any state or federal charges
  • Clean, dry hands — avoid lotions, cuts, or abrasions for best print quality
  • Agency billing number (if applicable) — some employers cover DOJ and FBI charges directly
10–15 min

One-visit process

Walk in with your form and ID. We verify, capture, and submit — all in a single visit.

Common questions

Live Scan fees
frequently asked questions

How much does Live Scan fingerprinting cost in San Jose?
Total depends on your application. Standard employment or licensing with DOJ + FBI is $89 ($32 DOJ + $17 FBI + $40 rolling). DOJ-only applications are $72. Firearm-eligible licenses are $137. Bring your form for the exact total.
What is a rolling fee?
The Live Scan rolling fee covers digitally capturing your prints and submitting them electronically to the California DOJ. It is not a service charge — it is the cost of the capture itself. Ours is $40, separate from any DOJ or FBI processing charges.
Why can’t you confirm my total fee before I visit?
State and federal charges depend on the ORI number and level of service on your BCII 8016. Different agencies use different structures. Call (408) 766-3528 with your ORI for an estimate.
Do I need an appointment for Live Scan?
Walk-ins welcome weekdays 9 AM–6 PM, Saturdays by appointment. Schedule online or call (408) 766-3528 if you prefer a guaranteed time. Mobile Live Scan (groups of 5+) requires booking.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Cash, credit cards, and debit cards. If your agency holds a DOJ billing account, you may owe only the rolling fee — check with your employer to confirm.
How long does it take to get Live Scan results?
Results go directly from DOJ and FBI to your requesting agency — not to you. Standard processing is 3 to 30 days. For same-day FBI results in 1–4 hours, ask about our $120 channeling service. DOJ status: 916-227-4557 (have your ATI number ready).
Do you offer mobile Live Scan?
Yes — mobile Live Scan for groups of 5 or more at your school, office, church, or event location. Call (408) 766-3528 for pricing and scheduling.
Do you provide ink fingerprint cards (FD-258)?
Yes. FD-258 ink cards are $100 for 2 cards plus a mailing envelope — used for out-of-state, federal, or any application that doesn’t accept electronic Live Scan. Prints meet DOJ and FBI quality standards.

Need legal document preparation?

Need additional services beyond fingerprinting — powers of attorney, affidavits of support, or apostille authentication for your documents? Our partner TrustPoint Disability & Legal Services LLC is a Registered and Bonded Legal Document Assistant (LDA) that can help prepare, draft, and file legal documents. Call (408) 766-3528.

Walk-in or schedule · 434 Blossom Hill Rd

Get your Live Scan in San Jose today

Bring your Live Scan request form and valid ID. We confirm your fees, capture your fingerprints, and submit them electronically to the DOJ and FBI — all in one visit. Trilingual assistance in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

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Fingerscan Digital Inc. · 434 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, CA 95123 · (408) 766-3528
Walk-Ins Welcome · Weekdays 9 AM–6 PM · Saturday by Appointment · English · Spanish · Vietnamese Page last updated: May 7, 2026 · Fees set by the California Department of Justice and FBI; subject to change.