Fingerprinting is an essential process for various official purposes, often required for background checks and security clearances. For applicants who have completed their fingerprinting through Identogo for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) service codes, accessing results is now streamlined with an electronic retrieval system. This guide outlines how you can conveniently access your fingerprinting results online if you receive a “no record” result.
The Convenience of Electronic Fingerprint Results
Receiving your fingerprinting results electronically offers significant advantages. Instead of solely relying on postal mail, which can be subject to delays, electronic access provides a faster and more direct route to obtain your results. This digital delivery system ensures you can promptly view, download, and save your results, offering greater control and efficiency in managing your important documents.
How to Access Your Fingerprint Results Online
The process for accessing your fingerprinting results electronically is straightforward but requires careful attention to detail during registration. This electronic access is specifically available for “no record” results processed via DHS service codes through Identogo.
Registration and Security Setup
During your fingerprint registration process with Identogo, providing a valid email address is mandatory. You will also be prompted to create a security question and answer. It is absolutely critical to securely store this security question and answer as it will be your key to accessing your results online. Remember, the system does not offer a reset option for forgotten security information, and multiple incorrect login attempts will lock you out of electronic access.
Receiving and Accessing the Result Link
Once your fingerprints are processed, and if your result is classified as “no record,” you will receive an email notification. This email will contain a secure link that directs you to your electronic fingerprint results. Clicking on this link will lead you to a page where you will need to enter your previously created security question and answer. Upon successful verification, you will gain access to view your fingerprinting result.
Important Access and Usage Information
Upon accessing your electronic fingerprint result, it is crucial to immediately download and save the document to your device. You should also consider printing a copy for your records or future needs. The electronic access to your result is limited to a single instance within a 30-day period from the initial email notification. There will be no second opportunity to access the results electronically through the link.
Traditional Paper Copy via USPS
It is important to note that regardless of electronic access, all applicants will still receive a paper copy of their fingerprinting results via the United States Postal Service (USPS). This ensures that you have a physical document as a backup and for any instances where a paper copy is required. While electronic access offers speed and convenience, the traditional mail delivery remains a standard part of the process. Please be aware that USPS mail delivery timelines are typically 7-10 business days.
Conclusion
The electronic fingerprint result system provides a valuable enhancement to the traditional process, offering quicker access and greater convenience for applicants with “no record” results. By understanding the registration process, security requirements, and access limitations, you can efficiently obtain your fingerprinting results online. Remember to keep your security information safe and download your results promptly upon electronic access.
