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Mobile Live Scan Fingerprinting in DC, Virginia and Maryland: We Come to You (2026)
October 20, 2026
October 20, 2026 · DC Mobile Notary™ — Washington, DC
Quick answer
Mobile live scan fingerprinting means a fingerprinting technician brings a portable live scan device to you, at your home, office, hospital or facility, instead of you traveling to a fingerprinting site. DC Mobile Notary™ offers mobile live scan across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland, including Southern Maryland.
On site, we capture your prints digitally in about 10–15 minutes per person. We can submit your FBI background check electronically through an FBI-approved channeler, with most reports back the same business day, print FD-258 cards, or prepare ATF fingerprint files. Call 202-247-0837 to book.
Mobile live scan at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Where we go | Homes, offices, law firms, hospitals, senior living and care facilities, and corporate sites |
| Service area | Washington, DC; Northern Virginia (Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax County); Maryland, including Southern Maryland and Montgomery and Prince George's counties |
| Time on site | About 10–15 minutes per person |
| What you need | A valid, unexpired government photo ID for each person, plus your agency's instructions |
| Groups | Families and teams fingerprinted in one visit |
| Prefer our office? | Live scan appointments at our Washington, DC and Arlington, VA offices |
What we can do on site
| Service | What it's for | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| FBI background check (Identity History Summary) | Visas, residency, citizenship, work permits, adoption and personal review | Electronic submission through an FBI-approved channeler. Most reports come back the same business day as a signed PDF. |
| FD-258 print-to-card | FBI requests by mail, state licensing boards, ATF paper applications | Live scan prints printed onto FD-258 fingerprint cards, ready to mail |
| ATF fingerprinting | NFA applications, including Form 1 and Form 4 | FD-258 cards or electronic fingerprint (EFT) files for eForms |
| FDLE fingerprinting | Florida professional licensing and employment background checks | Fingerprints prepared for Florida Department of Law Enforcement submission |
Using your FBI report abroad? We handle the U.S. Department of State apostille too, in 9 business days, plus embassy legalization for countries outside the Hague Convention. See FBI background check apostille.
Who books mobile live scan
- Seniors and anyone who can't easily travel, including people in hospitals, rehabilitation centers and assisted living. See mobile service at care facilities.
- Busy professionals and executives who'd rather not lose half a day to a fingerprinting appointment
- Families applying for visas or residency abroad together
- Companies, schools and healthcare employers that need fingerprints for a group
- Law firms whose clients need fingerprints for immigration, licensing or international matters
Mobile or in office: which is right for you?
| In office (DC or Arlington) | Mobile (we come to you) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | One person who can travel | Groups, people who can't travel, and busy schedules |
| Where | 2001 L Street NW, Washington, DC, or 5315 Langston Boulevard, Arlington, VA | Your home, office or facility in DC, Northern Virginia or Maryland |
| Same-day FBI results | Yes, usually within hours | Yes, usually the same business day |
| FD-258 cards | Yes | Yes |
| Hours | DC office open evenings and weekends; Arlington Monday–Friday, all by appointment | By appointment, including weekends |
How mobile live scan works
- Book your visit online or by phone. Tell us how many people need fingerprinting and what each submission is for.
- Send us your agency's instructions if you have them: the card type, ORI number, reason for fingerprinting, or any vendor code. We confirm everything before we arrive.
- We come to you with a portable live scan device.
- We capture and check each person's prints on screen, so poor-quality prints are fixed on the spot, not rejected weeks later.
- We submit or print. FBI background checks go out electronically. FD-258 cards are printed for you to mail. ATF files are prepared for upload.
Check your program's rules first. Some state employment and licensing programs require fingerprinting through a specific state-approved vendor or service code. Send us the instructions before you book, and we'll tell you whether we can handle it or where you need to go.
Things to know about FBI background checks
- Only you can request your own record. Under U.S. Department of Justice Order 556-73, an Identity History Summary may only be requested by the person it belongs to. Each person in a group requests their own.
- Same-day channeler service is for U.S. citizens and green card holders. Others apply directly to the FBI, and we can walk you through it.
- A few reports take longer if the FBI flags them for manual review.
- Freshness matters. Most consulates want a report issued within the last 3–6 months.
Why DC Mobile Notary™
- Our own staff. Fingerprinting is done by trained DC Mobile Notary™ staff, not a kiosk or a subcontractor.
- One team, start to finish. The people who take your prints can also carry your FBI report through the federal apostille and embassy legalization.
- Serving DC, Maryland and Virginia since 2016, with an A+ BBB rating and a 4.9-star average across Google, Yelp and Trustpilot.
- Full refund guarantee. If we can't complete your order, you don't pay.
Book mobile live scan fingerprinting
Washington, DC office: 2001 L Street NW, Suite 545, Washington, DC 20036
Arlington, VA office: 5315 Langston Boulevard, Suite B, Arlington, VA 22207
Phone: 202-247-0837 | Email: support@dcmobilenotary.com
→ Schedule mobile or in-office fingerprinting
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Frequently asked questions
What is mobile live scan fingerprinting?
A technician brings a portable live scan device to your location and captures your fingerprints digitally, with no ink, for an FBI background check, FD-258 cards or other submissions.
Where do you offer mobile live scan?
Washington, DC; Northern Virginia, including Arlington, Alexandria and Fairfax County; and Maryland, including Southern Maryland and Montgomery and Prince George's counties.
How long does a mobile appointment take?
About 10–15 minutes per person once we're set up.
Can I get same-day FBI results with mobile fingerprinting?
Usually, yes. We submit electronically through an FBI-approved channeler, and most reports come back the same business day as a signed PDF.
Can you print FD-258 cards on site?
Yes. We capture your prints on live scan and print them onto FD-258 fingerprint cards.
Do you fingerprint groups?
Yes. We fingerprint families, staff and teams in one visit.
Do you come to hospitals and senior living facilities?
Yes. We visit hospitals, rehabilitation centers and care facilities.
Can you fingerprint for my state employment or licensing check?
It depends on the program. Some require a specific state-approved vendor. Send us your instructions and we'll confirm before you book.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, by appointment. Call 202-247-0837 to check availability.
Can you apostille my FBI background check too?
Yes. We get the U.S. Department of State apostille in 9 business days and handle embassy legalization when your country requires it.
Official sources
- FBI — List of FBI-approved channelers: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/more-fbi-services-and-information/identity-history-summary-checks/list-of-fbi-approved-channelers-for-departmental-order-submissions
- FBI — Identity History Summary Checks FAQs: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/more-fbi-services-and-information/identity-history-summary-checks/identity-history-summary-checks-faqs
- FBI — Applicant Fingerprint Form (FD-258): https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/identity-history-summary-request-fd-258-110120
- 27 CFR § 479.85 — ATF application to transfer (Form 4) fingerprint requirement: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-27/part-479/section-479.85
This article is general information about document authentication and fingerprinting procedures, not legal advice. Government hours, fees and requirements change. Confirm what your receiving authority requires before you submit.
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