Plan your next stepKnow what to expect.
These are our estimated service windows, not live progress indicators or guaranteed agency deadlines. Check your ticket for updates specific to your order.
FBI REPORT • U.S. CITIZENSYour FBI background report
24–48 hours
Estimated after a complete request and usable fingerprints reach the processing provider.
What can affect timing?
Incomplete information, fingerprint rejection, or additional review can extend processing. Your submission route and eligibility determine the applicable timeline.
FBI REPORT • NON-U.S. CITIZENSAllow additional processing time
7–10 business days
Our estimate for the non-citizen submission route offered with your service.
Which route applies to me?
Citizenship and lawful permanent resident status can affect eligibility for an FBI-approved channeler. Confirm your route with our team; this estimate is not a universal FBI processing rule.
FBI APOSTILLE • EXPEDITED SELECTIONAfter your FBI report is ready
10 business days
Our estimated apostille service window when the expedited option was selected.
When does this stage begin?
After the FBI report and complete apostille paperwork have been submitted for authentication. The FBI report stage comes first and adds time. This is our service estimate, not a guaranteed government expedited deadline.
FBI APOSTILLE • STANDARD SELECTIONStandard apostille processing
5–6 weeks
Our estimated standard apostille service window after complete submission.
What is outside this estimate?
The earlier FBI report stage, shipping, any requested translation, and agency delays can add time. Your destination country and receiving authority may have additional requirements.
FLORIDA LIVE SCAN • LICENSING & EMPLOYMENTFingerprint processing and agency approval are separate.
Routine fingerprint processing: our planning estimate is 2–3 business days after successful submission. Licensing or renewal review: allow a planning margin of 30 business days where applicable; your agency’s actual timeline may be shorter or longer.
There is no single 30-day completion promise covering all Florida agencies. A completed fingerprint transaction does not itself approve a license or authorize employment.
Use the Transaction Control Number from the email we sent after your Florida Live Scan submission. When FDLE shows “Complete,” follow up with the agency handling your application.
Business days exclude weekends and holidays. These estimates begin at the relevant completed-submission stage, not when you book. Missing information, rejected fingerprints, shipping, and agency workload may extend the timeline. The visual accents above are decorative—not a scaled chart or a live status display.
Before you send a messageA few quick answers.
Where do I find my TCN?
Search your email and spam folder for “TCN” or “Miami Beach Live Scan Fingerprinting.” Enter the entire number in the FDLE tool. If your transaction cannot be found, message our team so we can verify the submission details. This tool is for Florida Live Scan, not fingerprint-card or FBI apostille tracking.
My name or application details are incorrect. What should I do?
Contact us promptly if the error is in the information supplied for fingerprint submission. If the error is in a licensing application, contact the licensing agency to request correction. Changes after submission may require agency instructions or a new submission; we cannot directly edit an agency’s application records.
Which email address should I use for my FBI request?
Use an email address you personally control and can access reliably. Check the spelling, keep access to that account, and follow the instructions for your selected submission provider. Do not use an employer or shared inbox if you may lose access to it. Ask our team before submission if you need to change your email address.
Does “Complete” mean my license is approved?
No. FDLE completion describes fingerprint processing. Your licensing agency or employer’s screening team determines application status and eligibility. Contact the appropriate agency for the next step.
DOH licensing ↗ · DBPR ↗ · DCF screening ↗
Can I reschedule without calling?
Yes. Open your booking confirmation email, scroll to the rescheduling option, select an available time, and confirm the change. Online rescheduling is available up to two hours before your scheduled service.
My order is taking longer than expected. What should I send?
Open your existing ticket and explain which service you ordered, your appointment date, and the update you need. For Florida licensing decisions, check with the responsible agency. Do not post your SSN or sensitive documents in public comments or ordinary text messages.