How Much
Live Scan Fingerprinting?

Understand the government fees for your fingerprint-based background check in California

The Live Scan fingerprinting process in California, can be simplified with Certifix. Many individuals ask about the “price of live scan” and “how much does a live scan cost,” seeking clarification on associated expenses. At Certifix, we prioritize clear pricing, offering competitive rates for our comprehensive fingerprinting services. We understand budgetary considerations, particularly for those requiring background checks for employment, licensing, or other legal obligations. The cost of a Live Scan typically includes several aspects:

California Government Fees
If you’re submitting your fingerprints to a California Department of Justice (DOJ) agency, government fees are determined based on the type of application and the requesting agency. Use the calculator below to determine the appropriate government fees for California Live Scan submissions.

FBI Background Check:
For FBI Identity History Summary Checks (Departmental Order 556-73), the government fee is $18. This fee is standard nationwide and will be added to your order at checkout.

Applicants should be aware that select LiveScan providers may assess supplemental fees for value-added services, including priority processing for expedited results, on-site mobile fingerprinting, and individual fees per submission when multiple applications are required.

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Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Name Government Fees
Ambulance Driver $32
Vehicle Dealer License $32
Vehicle Salesperson License $32

Health and Medicine

Name Government Fees
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) $32
Pharmacy* First-time or Renewal $49
Registered Nurse (RN) License $49
Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit (VACSP) $49
Veterinary License $49

Licenses, Credentials, and Permits

Name Government Fees
Contractors License $49
Insurance License $49
Notary Public $49
Real Estate License $49
Teacher Credential $49

Security

Name Government Fees
Alarm Agent $49
Security Guard $49
Security Guard with Firearms $87
Proprietary Private Security Officer $49

Social Services

Name Government Fees
 Adult Day Residential or Rehab Facility  $59
 Child Day Care Center* (6 children or fewer)  $32
 Child Day Care Center* (7 children or more)  $74
 In-Home Support Services (Elder Care)  $32
 Family Day Care Employee  $32
 Family Day Care Volunteer  $15
 Foster Family Adoption Employee  $74
 Foster Family Agency or Home  $32
 Group Home* (6 children or fewer)  $32
 Group Home* (7 children or more)  $74
 Home Care Aide  $49
 Home Care Employee  $59
 Resident Care Facility for the Elderly  $59
 Residential Child Care Facility* (6 children or fewer)  $32
 Residential Child Care Facility* (7 children or more)  $74
 Trustline Registry  $64

Other

Name Government Fees
Foreign Adoption $25
Record Review for Personal Use $25
Visa/Immigration $32
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Call Certifix Live Scan at (800) 710-1934 and we can give you a estimate. If you have your Request for Live Scan Service form, please have it handy.

Customer Service Hours: Mon-Fri, 8AM-6PM PT

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