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FBI Fingerprinting & Background Checks in Albuquerque, NM
ABQ Fingerprinting · 3620 Wyoming Blvd, Suite 117, Albuquerque NM 87111
Walk-in federal fingerprinting in Albuquerque — no appointment required. Open Monday - Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM for lunch) and Saturday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. Call (505) 414-1787.
Federal Fingerprinting Services in Albuquerque & Bernalillo County
ABQ Fingerprinting's main office is located at 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117, Albuquerque, NM 87111. As New Mexico's premier federal fingerprinting provider, we offer the full range of fingerprinting and biometric services under one roof — walk-ins welcome Monday through Saturday.
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Services at this location include FBI Background Checks (DO 556-73), ATF-EFT electronic fingerprint files for NFA Form 4 and Form 1, FDLE Florida LiveScan submissions, AHCA Level 2 background checks, FD-258, FD-1164, and SF-87 federal fingerprint cards, NICS challenge fingerprinting, Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) applications, fingerprint archiving, FBI and state apostille preparation, and on site notary services. IdentoGO by IDEMIA is also available at this location for New Mexico state licensing. Schedule directly through IdentoGO at 877-467-9215.
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We serve Albuquerque residents, federal employees, healthcare and legal professionals, immigration applicants, military veterans, firearms dealers and NFA applicants, and anyone requiring federal or out-of-state fingerprint services across Bernalillo County and the greater Albuquerque metro area. Statewide mobile fingerprinting is available for groups of 15 or more.
Location & Hours
ABQ Fingerprinting — Main Office
3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117
Albuquerque, NM 87111
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
(Closed 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM for lunch)
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Phone: (505) 414-1787
Toll-Free: (877) 340-8822
Email: info@abqfingerprinting.com
About ABQ Fingerprinting
ABQ Fingerprinting is an FBI-authorized channeler (VetConnex, DO 556-73), an FDLE Authorized Vendor, and an official IdentoGO partner for New Mexico state licensing. Both federal and state apostille preparation is handled directly at this location — no referral to another office required. ABQ Fingerprinting is also home to Enchantment Notary Services, providing on-site notary and apostille services for all fingerprinting and document authentication needs.
Fingerprinting Services at ABQ Fingerprinting — Albuquerque
FD-258 Fingerprint Cards
ABQ Fingerprinting stocks and prints all standard federal fingerprint cards on site at our Albuquerque main office. The FD-258 is required for federal employment, immigration, and out-of-state licensing. The FD-1164 is used to request your own FBI Identity History Summary. The SF-87 is the standard applicant card for federal suitability investigations and security clearance applications. All cards digitally captured via LiveScan — not ink roll. Walk-ins welcome. Most appointments take 15 minutes or less.
FDLE Florida LiveScan
As an FDLE Authorized Vendor, ABQ Fingerprinting submits Florida LiveScan fingerprints directly to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement from our Albuquerque main office. Common for Florida nurses, teachers, real estate agents, and social workers living in New Mexico. Have your ORI number ready — call (505) 414-1787 if you need help locating it.
FBI Background Check
The FBI Identity History Summary (Departmental Order 556-73) is a personal background check issued directly by the FBI. Results are delivered to you — not to an employer or agency. Common uses include immigration applications, green card petitions, visa requirements, international adoption, and personal records review. Submitted electronically via our VetConnex FBI-authorized channeler. Results typically arrive within 24–48 hours.
Apostille Services — Federal & State
ABQ Fingerprinting handles both federal and state apostille preparation directly at the Albuquerque main office — no referral required. Required when submitting a US background check to a foreign government or employer. We handle the full process from fingerprinting through apostille preparation. Visit abqfingerprinting.com/fbi-apostille or call (505) 414-1787.
ATF-EFT Fingerprinting for NFA
ATF electronic fingerprint files for NFA Form 4 and Form 1 — suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and gun trusts. Your completed EFT file is delivered by email and loaded onto a flash drive on site. The file never expires and can be reused for future NFA submissions with any FFL dealer. Walk-ins welcome.
Notary Services — Enchantment Notary Services
Enchantment Notary Services is on site at ABQ Fingerprinting's Albuquerque office. Services include general notarizations, loan signings, real estate documents, power of attorney, affidavits, wills, and trust documents. Convenient one-stop service — get fingerprinted and notarized in the same visit. Call (505) 414-1787.
Never Get Fingerprinted Again
ABQ Fingerprinting offers digital fingerprint archiving at our Albuquerque main office. Get fingerprinted once — we archive your prints digitally so future cards can be printed without a new appointment. Cards can be picked up at our Albuquerque office or printed and shipped to your preferred address with tracking.
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Ideal for locum tenens professionals, IHS and Navajo Nation contractors, federal employees, and anyone who regularly needs fingerprint cards for multiple agencies or states. Plans available for 1, 2, and 5 years. Call (877) 340-8822 for pricing and details.
Get Fingerprinted in Albuquerque, NM
Walk-ins welcome · Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed 2:00–3:00 PM for lunch) · Saturday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
ABQ Fingerprinting · 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117, Albuquerque NM 87111
Albuquerque Fingerprinting — Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for fingerprinting in Albuquerque?
No appointment required. Walk-ins are welcome Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed 2:00–3:00 PM for lunch) and Saturday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM at ABQ Fingerprinting, 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117, Albuquerque, NM 87111. You can also book online at abqfingerprinting.com or call (505) 414-1787.
Where is the Albuquerque fingerprinting location?
ABQ Fingerprinting's main office is located at 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117, Albuquerque, NM 87111 — inside the Wyoming Professional Building, first floor, northeast corner of the building. Open Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed 2:00–3:00 PM for lunch) and Saturday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. Call (505) 414-1787 or toll-free (877) 340-8822.
What is an FD-258 fingerprint card and do I need one?
The FD-258 is the standard FBI fingerprint card required for federal employment, immigration, out-of-state licenses, and adoptions. ABQ Fingerprinting captures prints digitally using LiveScan equipment and prints certified FD-258 cards on site — not ink roll. We also stock FD-1164 Identity History Summary Request Cards and SF-87 applicant fingerprint cards. Most appointments take 15 minutes or less. Walk-ins welcome.
What is the difference between ABQ Fingerprinting and IdentoGO in Albuquerque?
Both services are available at 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117, Albuquerque. ABQ Fingerprinting handles federal and out-of-state fingerprinting — FD-258 cards, FBI background checks (DO 556-73), ATF-EFT for NFA items, and FDLE Florida LiveScan. The IdentoGO kiosk at the same location handles New Mexico state licensing only — CCW permits, ECECD, NMDPS, and similar state requirements. IdentoGO appointments must be scheduled directly through IdentoGO at (877) 467-9215. Call (505) 414-1787 if unsure which service you need.
Can I get ATF-EFT fingerprinting for NFA items in Albuquerque?
Yes. ATF-EFT electronic fingerprint files for NFA Form 4 and Form 1 — suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and gun trusts — are available at ABQ Fingerprinting's Albuquerque main office. Your completed EFT file is delivered by email and loaded onto a flash drive the same day. The file never expires and can be reused for future NFA submissions with any FFL dealer. Walk-ins welcome.
I need fingerprints for a Florida professional license — can I get them in Albuquerque?
Yes. ABQ Fingerprinting is an FDLE Authorized Vendor and submits Florida LiveScan fingerprints directly to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement from our Albuquerque main office. Common for Florida nurses, teachers, real estate agents, and social workers living in New Mexico. Have your ORI number ready — call (505) 414-1787 if you need help locating it.
How does an FBI Background Check work and how do I get one in Albuquerque?
The FBI Identity History Summary (DO 556-73) is a personal background check issued directly by the FBI. Results are delivered to you, not to an employer or agency. Common uses include immigration applications, green card petitions, visa requirements, international adoption, apostille certification, and personal records review. ABQ Fingerprinting captures your fingerprints at our Albuquerque main office and submits them electronically through our FBI authorized channeler. Results typically arrive within 24 to 48 hours. Book online at abqfingerprinting.com.
Does ABQ Fingerprinting offer apostille services in Albuquerque?
Yes. Both federal and state apostille preparation is handled directly at our Albuquerque main office — no referral required. Required for submitting US background checks or documents to foreign governments, embassies, or international employers. ABQ Fingerprinting handles the full process from fingerprinting through apostille preparation. Call (505) 414-1787 or visit abqfingerprinting.com/fbi-apostille.
Is mobile fingerprinting available in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County?
Yes. Mobile fingerprinting is available for groups of 15 or more across Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and statewide. Common for employers, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and CASA programs. ABQ Fingerprinting brings certified LiveScan equipment on site — IdentoGO does not offer mobile service. Call (877) 340-8822 to schedule.
Can I get fingerprinted for a NICS appeal in Albuquerque?
Yes. A fingerprint-based NICS appeal requires certified FD-258 fingerprint cards submitted directly to the FBI NICS Section. ABQ Fingerprinting produces those cards on site at our Albuquerque main office. Walk-ins welcome — call (505) 414-1787.
What is a Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) and can I apply in Albuquerque?
The FBI Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) assigns a unique Personal Identification Number (PIN) that speeds future NICS checks for individuals wrongly delayed or denied during a firearms purchase check. The application requires certified FD-258 fingerprint cards, available at ABQ Fingerprinting's Albuquerque main office. Call (505) 414-1787 for details.
Do you have FD-1164 and SF-87 fingerprint cards in Albuquerque?
Yes. In addition to FD-258 cards, ABQ Fingerprinting stocks FD-1164 Identity History Summary Request Cards and SF-87 applicant fingerprint cards on site at our Albuquerque main office, 3620 Wyoming Blvd NE, Suite 117. The FD-1164 is used to request your own FBI Identity History Summary. The SF-87 is the standard applicant fingerprint card for federal employment suitability investigations and security clearance applications. Walk-ins welcome — call (505) 414-1787.
What is the difference between federal and out-of-state fingerprinting in Albuquerque?
Federal fingerprinting covers FBI background checks (DO 556-73), ATF-EFT for NFA items, and federal employment suitability cards like the SF-87. Out-of-state fingerprinting covers requirements from other states — Florida FDLE LiveScan for professional licenses, and FD-258 cards required by licensing boards outside New Mexico. ABQ Fingerprinting in Albuquerque handles both. Common out-of-state clients include locum tenens healthcare professionals, traveling nurses, teachers, and real estate agents needing fingerprints for a license in another state. Walk-ins welcome Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM — call (505) 860-5727.
Does ABQ Fingerprinting offer fingerprint archiving in Albuquerque?
Yes. ABQ Fingerprinting offers digital fingerprint archiving at the Albuquerque location. Get fingerprinted once and never come back — your prints are archived digitally so future cards can be printed and mailed on demand without a new appointment. Available in 1-, 2-, and 5-year plans. Ideal for locum tenens professionals, federal contractors, and anyone who regularly needs fingerprint cards for multiple agencies or states. Call (877) 340-8822 for details.