FBI Fingerprinting Near Bexley, OH
FBI fingerprinting searches the federal criminal database, covering arrests and convictions across all 50 states, the federal courts, and international records the FBI can access. Where Ohio BCI only reflects Ohio records, the FBI National Crime Information Center (NCIC) gives a complete national picture. For Bexley clients, we submit FBI fingerprints electronically via Live Scan through authorized channels.
Serving Bexley, Franklin County · 7 miles from our Morse Rd office (~14 min drive)
Bexley · Columbus Metro
Why this Biometrics Services page is written for Bexley
a metro with deep refugee-resettlement roots, where Somali, Nepali-speaking Bhutanese, and Congolese families have built lasting communities — and Bexley, with a population near 13,975, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
Columbus Metro residents frequently need a BCI check, an FBI check, or both — captured electronically and submitted through the Ohio WebCheck system. Our Franklin County clients rely on us for clean electronic live scan captures and accurate WebCheck submissions for employment, licensing, and immigration needs.
Bexley sits in Columbus Metro, driven by financial services, insurance, healthcare, and the new wave of tech investment around the Intel campus and the Columbus Region Logistics Council corridor. Franklin County, where Bexley is located, is a mid-sized city where local offices cover routine vital records and filings, with federal matters handled at the regional metro.
clients on the north and east sides often skip the freeway entirely and take Cleveland Ave or Route 161 straight to us. From Bexley (ZIP 43209), the trip is roughly 7 miles each way.
Bexley is about 7 miles from our Morse Rd office — typically a 14-minute drive. The Live Scan itself takes only a few minutes once you arrive. We also serve families across the rest of Columbus Metro, where many of our Bexley clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
Our Bexley clients commonly include families served by Bexley City Schools.
Walk-Ins Welcome
No appointment needed
15–20 Minutes
Quick professional service
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15
Columbus, OH 43231
FBI Fingerprinting for Bexley Residents
Bexley residents needing federal criminal records checks beyond Ohio BCI rely on FBI fingerprinting through CJIS-approved channels. We capture and submit your FBI background check electronically via Live Scan for fast, reliable turnaround.
Who Needs FBI Fingerprinting?
Anyone whose employer or agency requires "FBI fingerprinting" in addition to BCI
Professional license applicants where both state and federal checks are required
Federal employment and contractor applicants
Immigration applicants requiring FBI clearance
Adoption applicants filing I-800A with USCIS
Anyone applying for a gun purchase requiring federal check
Legal Requirements
FBI background checks are governed by 28 CFR Part 20 and the National Child Protection Act. Results are returned to the requesting agency (employer, licensing board, or federal agency) rather than to the applicant. FBI Identity History Summaries (personal rap sheets) can be requested separately by the individual. An FBI check covers federal criminal records, records submitted to NCIC by all 50 states, military records, and international records where data-sharing agreements exist.
What to Expect
For an electronic FBI submission, the process is the same as a BCI Live Scan, except the prints go to FBI CJIS through our channeler. Results go to the requesting agency, not to you, unless you have requested a personal Identity History Summary.
Turnaround
Electronic FBI: 7–21 business days.
Cost
Live Scan WebCheck — BCI only: $40, FBI only: $40, or BCI + FBI together: $80. Cash or card accepted.
Getting to Our Office from Bexley
Distance
7 miles
Drive Time
~14 minutes
From
Columbus Metro
From Bexley, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71, on the north side of Columbus. Free parking on-site, walk-ins welcome Mon–Sat 10am–6pm and Sun 10am–4pm.
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How FBI Fingerprinting Works in Bexley
Three simple steps — most visits are finished in 15 to 20 minutes.
Come In Prepared
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. If your employer, board, or agency gave you an ORI number or an instruction sheet, bring those too. No appointment is required; just walk into our Bexley-area office any day we are open. If you are unsure what your check needs, call first and we will sort it out in a couple of minutes.
We Capture Your Prints
We capture all ten fingers on a certified Live Scan scanner for the Ohio BCI portion. When your agency also requires the FBI check, we submit that electronically during the same visit. The scanner scores each impression as it is taken, so a weak scan is caught and redone right away rather than weeks later by mail.
Results Are Delivered
Your submission travels electronically to Ohio BCI, and to the FBI when your check requires it, under the ORI we have on file. Results go directly to the agency that requested them, usually within a few business days for BCI and one to three weeks for the FBI portion. Nothing needs to be picked up or mailed on your end.
Accepted Forms of ID
Ohio BCI and the FBI require at least one current, unexpired, government-issued photo ID that shows your name, date of birth, and a clear photograph. The name on your ID must match the name on your application exactly. Expired IDs, photocopies, and digital photos of an ID are not accepted. If your legal name has changed, bring documentation (marriage certificate or court order) connecting the two names.
Primary Photo ID (bring one)
- ✓Valid U.S. state driver's license or state ID card
- ✓U.S. or foreign passport (or passport card)
- ✓U.S. Permanent Resident Card (green card)
- ✓U.S. military ID (CAC) or dependent ID
- ✓Employment Authorization Document (EAD, Form I-766)
Secondary Documents (if asked)
- ✓Social Security card
- ✓Certified birth certificate
- ✓Voter registration card
- ✓U.S. visa or I-94 arrival record
- ✓School or employer photo ID
Why Fingerprints Get Rejected — and How We Prevent It
Electronic Live Scan grades each finger for quality the moment it is captured, so a weak print is caught and redone during your visit rather than weeks later by mail. In the rare case Ohio BCI or the FBI sends a submission back, we re-capture your prints at no additional service charge. We also condition dry or worn fingertips beforehand to give you the best chance of an accepted scan the first time.
Most common rejection causes
- •Worn, dry, or faint ridge detail, which is common with manual labor, age, or certain medications
- •Too much finger pressure or movement during the scan, something our real-time quality check flags on the spot
- •An incorrect or mistyped ORI that routes results to the wrong agency
- •A name or date of birth that does not match the application
- •Cuts, bandages, or temporary skin conditions on the fingertips
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive a copy of my FBI results?
Not automatically. Results go to the requesting agency. If you want your own copy (Identity History Summary), you must request it separately from the FBI CJIS Division using a different process.
How is FBI different from BCI?
Ohio BCI covers Ohio criminal records only. FBI covers all 50 states plus federal records. If you have lived in multiple states or have a federal offense, only the FBI check will capture it.
How far is your office from Bexley?
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Columbus is approximately 7 miles from Bexley — typically a 14-minute drive depending on traffic. Most Columbus Metro clients combine the trip with errands in Columbus. Walk in Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm, or Sunday 10am to 4pm.
Can Bexley residents walk in without an appointment?
Yes. We accept walk-ins every day: Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm, and Sunday 10am to 4pm. Bexley clients regularly drop in on lunch breaks, after work, or on weekends. The fingerprinting itself takes 15–20 minutes.
What is the difference between an Ohio BCI check and an FBI check?
An Ohio BCI (Bureau of Criminal Investigation) check searches Ohio criminal records only. An FBI check searches the national database, which covers all 50 states and federal records. Many Ohio employers and licensing boards ask for both, the combined "BCI and FBI" check, to get complete coverage. We can submit one or both in a single visit, depending on what your ORI and agency require.
How much does fingerprinting cost, and is the state check priced separately from the federal check?
Our pricing is flat and easy to follow. A BCI-only Live Scan WebCheck is $40, an FBI-only check is $40, and a combined BCI and FBI submission is $80. We tell you the exact total before we capture your prints, with no hidden charges and no surcharge for paying by card.
Do I need an appointment, or can I just walk in?
You are welcome to walk in. Stop by our Bexley-area office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus any day we are open: Monday through Saturday 10am to 6pm, and Sunday 10am to 4pm. Most visits wrap up in 15 to 20 minutes. If you are bringing a group of employees, a quick call ahead lets us keep your wait short.
Can my results be sent to more than one employer or agency?
Each submission is tied to a single ORI (Originating Agency Identifier), and that ORI routes the results to one agency. When two employers or boards each need their own copy, we run a separate submission for each ORI. Both can be done in the same visit, so you only have to come in once.
Can I get a copy of my own fingerprints or background-check results?
Fingerprint-based results go to the requesting agency rather than to you, unless your check used a "personal review" or self-request ORI. If you need your own copy of your FBI record for personal or international use, that is an FBI Identity History Summary. Let us know, and we will capture and submit your prints electronically and explain how to request the summary directly from the FBI.
What if my fingerprints get rejected?
Electronic Live Scan flags a low-quality print in real time, so we re-capture it during your visit. In the rare case Ohio BCI or the FBI still returns a submission, we re-capture your prints again at no additional service charge.
How long are my results valid?
That depends on the requirement. Many Ohio licensing boards and employers treat a background check as valid for a set window, often one year and sometimes longer, and ask for a fresh check after that or when you change employers. Your board or HR department sets the validity period. The fingerprints themselves do not expire, but the check tied to them does.
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FBI Fingerprinting Near Bexley, Ohio
Electronic Live Scan FBI fingerprinting. Serving Bexley from Morse Rd, Columbus. Walk in Mon–Sat 10am–6pm or Sun 10am–4pm.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 — Open Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm