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Ink Fingerprinting Services

FBI-Compliant FD-258 Fingerprint Cards for Federal & International Use

Professional ink fingerprinting services for clients needing FBI background checks for immigration, international employment, adoption, federal positions, and out-of-state licensing. Serving Oklahoma City, Edmond, and clients nationwide.

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Unlike electronic fingerprinting (Live Scan) used for Oklahoma state requirements, ink fingerprinting on official FD-258 cards is required for federal submissions, international use, documents requiring apostille authentication, and all non-US citizens requiring FBI background checks.

Who Needs Ink Fingerprinting Services

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Immigration & Visa Applications

  • Green card applicants
     

  • Citizenship and naturalization
     

  • Family-based immigration petitions
     

  • Work visa applications
     

  • International employment requiring US background checks

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Out of State Professional Licensing

  • Nurses transferring licenses to other states
     

  • Healthcare professionals relocating
     

  • Real estate agents moving states
     

  • Professional certifications requiring hard cards

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Expats & International Workers

  • US citizens working abroad
     

  • Teaching English overseas
     

  • International business licensing
     

  • Foreign residency applications
     

  • Overseas marriage requirements

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International Adoption

  • Domestic and international adoption home studies
     

  • All household members age 18+
     

  • Federal adoption requirements

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Personal FBI Background Checks

  • FBI Identity History Summary requests
     

  • Personal record keeping
     

  • Expungement proceedings
     

  • Name clearance

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Federal Employment & Security Clearances

  • Federal government positions
     

  • Defense contractors
     

  • Military applications (SF-87 cards)
     

  • Department of Defense employees
     

  • National security positions

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Non-US Citizens

  • All non-US citizens are required to use ink fingerprinting - Live Scan/electronic fingerprinting is not available
     

  • Green card holders needing FBI background checks
     

  • Visa holders requiring background checks
     

  • International students
     

  • Work permit holders
     

  • Non-citizens applying for federal positions
     

  • Foreign nationals requiring US background checks

Complete FBI Background Check + Federal Apostille Package

The Only Full-Service Solution in Oklahoma

Most providers only offer fingerprinting. We provide the complete solution from start to finish, saving you months of time and multiple vendors.

What's Included

Professional ink fingerprinting on official FD-258 cards

Complete card information preparation

FBI channeler submission (fast electronic processing)

FBI Identity History Summary (background check)

Expedited federal apostille through US Department of State

Return shipping of apostilled documents

​Timeline

17 Business Days (3.5 Weeks) Total

Day 1: Fingerprinting appointment at our office or your location
 

Days 2-3: FBI background check processing via channeler
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Days 4-17: Expedited federal apostille processing

​Why this matters

​Standard mail-in processing takes 14-26 weeks (3.5 to 6.5 months). Our expedited service gets you apostilled FBI background checks in under 3 weeks.

Stand-Alone Ink Fingerprinting Services

If you only need fingerprinting without FBI submission or apostille, we offer:

Standard Ink Fingerprinting

  • Professional rolling technique for clean, readable prints

  • Official FBI FD-258 cards provided

  • Complete card information filled out

  • Cards ready to mail to your agency

  • Same day service

Perfect for

  • Clients submitting directly to FBI by mail

  • Out of state licensing boards

  • Federal employment applications

  • Agencies requiring hard cards

Why Choose The Sheridan Company for Ink Fingerprinting

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FBI Approved Channeler Access

  • Fast electronic submission to FBI (2-3 business days vs. 8-12 weeks by mail)
     

  • Higher acceptance rate than mail-in cards
     

  • Professional quality assurance

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Expert Fingerprinting Technique

  • Trained in proper ink rolling from nail to nail
     

  • Minimize rejections due to poor print quality
     

  • Experienced with difficult-to-print fingers

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Expedited Federal Apostille Service

  • Direct relationship with US Department of State
     

  • 17 business day total turnaround
     

  • No need to travel to Washington DC
     

  • We handle all paperwork and shipping

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Bilingual Services

  • English and Spanish assistance
     

  • Help with immigration document translation needs
     

  • Certified translation services available

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Mobile & In Office Options

  • Office appointments at Warr Acres (Oklahoma City) location
     

  • Mobile fingerprinting available throughout North Oklahoma City and Edmond
     

  • Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
     

  • Family appointments welcome (schedule multiple members at same time)

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One Stop Shop

  • Combine with notary services
     

  • Certified document translation
     

  • Apostille for other documents
     

  • Document preparation assistance

How the Process Works

For Complete Package

(Fingerprinting + FBI + Apostille)

Step 1

Schedule Your Appointment

  • Book online or call/text (405) 960-2717
     

  • Choose office visit or mobile service
     

  • Appointments typically 30 minutes
     

  • Family members can be scheduled together

Step 2

Fingerprinting Appointment

  • Bring valid government-issued photo ID
     

  • Bring any instructions from attorney or adoption agency (if applicable)
     

  • We provide official FD-258 cards
     

  • We complete all required card information
     

  • Professional ink rolling of all fingers

Step 3

We Handle Everything

  • Submit fingerprints to FBI via channeler (Days 2-3)
     

  • Receive FBI Identity History Summary
     

  • Submit to US Department of State for expedited apostille (Days 4-17)
     

  • Track progress throughout

Step 4

Receive Your Apostilled Documents

  • Documents shipped directly to you
     

  • Ready for international use
     

  • Fully authenticated for any country

Total Timeline: 17 Business Days

For Stand-Alone Fingerprinting

Step 1

Schedule Appointment

  • Book online or contact us directly

Step 2

Fingerprinting Session

  • Bring valid photo ID
     

  • Bring any agency instructions or forms
     

  • We provide FD-258 cards
     

  • Professional fingerprinting completed

Step 3

Receive Completed Cards

  • Cards ready same day
     

  • You mail directly to your agency or FBI
     

  • Instructions provided if needed

What Makes Ink Fingerprinting Different from Live Scan

Live Scan
(Electronic Fingerprinting)

  • Used for Oklahoma state requirements (teachers, state gun permits, state licensing)
     

  • Handled by IdentoGO in Oklahoma
     

  • Electronic submission to state databases
     

  • Cannot be apostilled
     

  • Only available to US citizens for specific state purposes

Ink Fingerprinting
(FD-258 Cards)

  • Required for federal and international use
     

  • Required for all non-US citizens
     

  • Physical cards that can be mailed or apostilled
     

  • FBI-compliant format
     

  • Accepted worldwide
     

  • Required when apostille authentication is needed

Common Uses for Apostilled FBI Background Checks

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Immigration to other countries

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International employment and work permits

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Teaching abroad

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Foreign university enrollment

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International adoption

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Marriage abroad

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Foreign residency applications

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International business licensing

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Overseas property purchase

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Visa applications for extended stays

Frequently Asked Questions

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Ready to Get Started?

Don't wait months for your FBI background check and apostille. Our 17 business day expedited service gets you the authenticated documents you need for immigration, international employment, adoption, or any other international purpose. 

 

Schedule your ink fingerprinting appointment today

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The Sheridan Company
5601 N.W. 72nd Street, Suite #260J
Warr Acres (Oklahoma City), OK 73132
By Appointment Only

Mobile Service Available: North Oklahoma City & Edmond

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