How much does Live Scan fingerprinting cost in Boston, MA?

In Boston, Massachusetts, out-the-door fingerprinting prices start at $70.00 and include the local agency's rolling fee plus Massachusetts state and FBI federal background check fees.

Where can I get fingerprinted in Boston, MA?

Etrua tracks 2 verified Live Scan and FD-258 ink card fingerprinting providers in Boston, Massachusetts, including IdentoGO - Boston Downtown, Certifix Live Scan - Boston.

Boston, MA

Live Scan fingerprinting in Boston

Compare every verified fingerprinting location in Boston, Massachusetts. Massachusetts charges $35.00 for the state background check and $13.25 for the FBI check — everything above that is the agency's rolling fee.

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$70.00 – $70.00

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IdentoGO - Boston Downtown

101 Arch St, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02110

4.7(235 reviews)["Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM"]

Agency rolling fee: $25.00
State / DOJ fee: $30.00
FBI federal fee: $15.00
Out-the-door: $70.00

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Certifix Authorized

Certifix Live Scan - Boston

7 Whittier Pl., Ste 108, Boston, MA, 02114

4.9(237 reviews)["Mon: 9:00AM - 2:00PM","Mon: 3:00PM - 5:00PM","Tue: 10:00AM - 2:00PM","Tue: 3:00PM - 5:00PM","Wed: 12:00PM - 2:00PM","Wed: 3:00PM - 5:00PM","Thu: 10:00AM - 2:00PM","Thu: 3:00PM - 5:00PM","Fri: 9:00AM - 2:00PM","Fri: 3:00PM - 5:00PM"]

Agency rolling fee: $25.00
State / DOJ fee: $30.00
FBI federal fee: $15.00
Out-the-door: $70.00

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How Live Scan & FD-258 Fingerprinting Works in Boston, MA

Applicants in Boston, Massachusetts can choose from 2 verified fingerprinting providers (0 offering walk-in service). Whether you are completing a background check for nursing, teaching, real estate, child care, security guard licensing, or federal employment, your total cost consists of two components:

Government Background Check Fees: Massachusetts sets the state criminal history fee at $35.00 and the federal FBI CJIS fee at $13.25.
Agency Rolling Fee: The operator service charge in Boston, which varies by location. Comparing providers in Boston before you book helps you avoid hidden convenience markups.

Boston Fingerprinting Checklist & FAQs

What should I bring to my Boston appointment?: Bring a current, unexpired government photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport) and your Request for Live Scan Service form or agency ORI routing number.
Can I get FD-258 ink cards in Boston for out-of-state licenses?: Yes. Most Boston fingerprint operators capture digital prints and print them onto standard FBI FD-258 cardstock or roll physical ink cards for out-of-state boards and federal FINRA/ATF clearances.