Frequesntly Asked QuestionsCanadian Fingerprinting Services Inc.
Q. What is digital fingerprinting?
A. Digital fingerprinting is the electronic capture of a person's fingerprints via an optical scanner at a capture station. The scanned fingerprints, along with the application details, are then formatted into a standardized electronic package that is attached and emailed, via a secure link, to the RCMP's Canadian Criminal Real Time Information System (CCRTIS). CCRTIS compares the fingerprint package against the RCMP's criminal record database. If no record is present, the RCMP will issue a certificate indicating a clear record. If the applicant does have a criminal record this will be indicated in the results.
Q. How can I find out about the status of a submission once it has been sent to the RCMP?
A. Canadian Fingerprinting Services provides the best service to all our clients. Clients are advised that once the RCMP informs Canadian Fingerprinting Services that the electronic submission has been received and is successfully processing, the RCMP will not release any further transaction status information to CFS Inc. Clients (e.g., applicant or authorized third party) may inquire about the status of their electronic and/or traditional ink and roll submission by contacting the RCMP Civil Fingerprint Screening Services at 613 998 6362 or civilnps@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
Q. How long does it takes for digital fingerprinting to get processed?
A. As per RCMP the digital fingerprinting is processed within 72 hrs through RCMP’s Canadian Criminal Real Time Information System (CCRTIS).
Q. How long does it take for ink and roll to be processed?
A. For ink and roll based fingerprinting it normally takes 120 days
Q. Do I need an appointment?
A.No it is on first come first serve bases but it is always good to call before coming
Q. How I can get my results
A. The results are send to the individual or designated third party by RCMP after the file is completely processed.
Q. Who requires digital /electronic fingerprinting service?
A. Government agencies /departments, Citizenship and Immigration applicants, Financial institutions, Local and International Adoptions, Applicants for foreign travel, Passports, work permits, Visas, US Waivers.
Q. Do you do Digital Fingerprinting for Pardon Applicants?
A.Yes we do digital fingerprinting for Pardon applicants as this is the faster way of getting Pardon then sending application by doing traditional ink and roll