Fingerprint Cards
Fingerprint cards are
the only option for out-of-state applicants or optional for applicants who are
unable to be printed electronically at a Livescan
system within Pennsylvania.
Here are the steps to take to complete the process:
- Find someone (local police
jurisdiction or State Police) who is able to take ink-based fingerprints
and place them on FBI fingerprint cards. If you need fingerprint
cards, you can download them from the FBI’s website at http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/background-checks/standard-fingerprint-form-fd-258.
- Register on-line at www.pa.cogentid.com. Select
the “Department of Banking” and then select “register online.” Go through
the online registration process. Print out the last screen where it
says you have completed registration. The fee can be paid online with a
credit card or you can submit a money order (if using a money order make it payable to 3M Cogent).
- Mail in the completed cards, a
copy of the registration receipt and a money order (if applicable) to PA
DOB Card Receiver, 3M Cogent, 5025 Bradenton Ave., Suite A Dublin, Ohio
43017 (address for 3M Cogent will be provided once you finish registering
online).
- Important Note - The FBI needs two separate sets of ink print cards
submitted before they will do a name search. So, if there are any issues with having
difficulty obtaining clear prints (medical condition that doesn’t allow
you to fully open your hands, worn fingerprints, etc.) you might be
required to submit a second set of fingerprints. This isn’t always
necessary, but if the first set isn’t clear and the FBI rejects them this
will add a significant delay if you did not get two sets completed
initially. Please be sure to get two done, send them both and the
second set will be held to see if the FBI rejects the first set.
- Important Note – When you register on-line, you are going to enter your
address. This address is used to not only assist in the search of a
criminal record but is also used to mail the results letter. Be sure
to enter an address where you can receive your results letter.
Mail the completed fingerprint card (and money order if
applicable) to:
3M Cogent
Attn: Fingerprint Card Scan PA DOB
5025 Bradenton Ave., Suite A
Dublin, OH 43017