Last Updated on February 10, 2024 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
Should I get live scan or fingerprint card for FBI background check? or does it matter?
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These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
”The live scan is back within two or three hours. The holdup is the apostille from the state department. I used monument visa and they processed and tracked it. After two weeks I called my congressman because I had the tracking numbers and I got it back the next day from monument visa”
”I’m thinking of doing it by mail. Seems easier. I have time”
”I sent the cards by mail and got the background check by email. I printed the background check,mailed it for apostille and got it back directly from the Dept of State in 3 weeks, paid $20”
In conclusion, according to Spainguru Facebook group members, whether to choose a live scan or fingerprint cards for an FBI background check depends on your timeline and convenience. Live scan is quicker but may involve additional processing steps, while sending fingerprint cards by mail can be a more straightforward option if you have the time. People have successfully used both methods, so it’s a matter of personal preference and circumstances.
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