San Francisco, CA

Live Scan fingerprinting in San Francisco

Compare every verified fingerprinting location in San Francisco, California. California charges $32.00 for the state background check and $17.00 for the FBI check — everything above that is the agency's rolling fee.

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Out-the-door range

$70.00 – $99.00

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Prices show the agency rolling fee separately from the state and FBI fees, so you can see exactly what is negotiable.

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Certifix Live Scan

1875 Mission Street

4.7(239 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$35.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$84.00
Appointment required
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DRVA

4830 Mission Street

5.0(250 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$40.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$89.00
Appointment required
Postal & Live ScanVerified Rolling Fee

Fillmore Postal

1015 Fillmore Street

4.7(251 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$50.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$99.00
Walk-ins welcome
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FNL

870 Market Street, 10th Floor

4.9(253 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$31.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$80.00
Appointment required
Authorized Live Scan CenterVerified Rolling Fee

Liberty Tax Service

3243 Mission Street

4.7(255 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$45.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$94.00
Appointment required
Authorized Live Scan CenterVerified Rolling Fee

Lucky Spot

1944 Irving Street

4.9(257 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$29.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$78.00
Appointment required
Postal & Live ScanVerified Rolling Fee

Postal Annex

350 Bay Street

5.0(262 reviews)Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Agency rolling fee
$50.00
State / DOJ fee
$32.00
FBI federal fee
$17.00
Out-the-door
$99.00
Walk-ins welcome

How Live Scan & FD-258 Fingerprinting Works in San Francisco, CA

Applicants in San Francisco, California can choose from 29 verified fingerprinting providers (12 offering walk-in service and 2 offering mobile dispatch). 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: California sets the state criminal history fee at $32.00 and the federal FBI CJIS fee at $17.00.
  • Agency Rolling Fee: The operator service charge in San Francisco, which varies by location. Comparing providers in San Francisco before you book helps you avoid hidden convenience markups.

San Francisco Fingerprinting Checklist & FAQs

What should I bring to my San Francisco 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 San Francisco for out-of-state licenses?
Yes. Most San Francisco 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.

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