New Mexico Concealed Carry Permits: Understanding Your Fingerprinting Options

If you're pursuing a concealed carry license in New Mexico, understanding where to get your fingerprints taken is an important first step. While ABQ Fingerprinting provides comprehensive fingerprinting services for many purposes, we want to ensure you're directed to the right place for your specific needs.

Concealed Carry Permits: Where to Go

For New Mexico Concealed Carry Permits, applicants must schedule their fingerprinting appointments through one of two authorized channels:

• New Mexico Department of Public Safety - The state agency that oversees the concealed carry licensing program

• Identogo - The authorized vendor contracted by the state for concealed carry fingerprinting services

Important: The New Mexico Department of Public Safety does not accept standard fingerprint cards (FD-258) for concealed carry applications. All applicants must schedule and pay for their appointments directly through the Identogo website at https://nm.state.identogo.com

These appointments must be completed through the official state channels as part of the concealed carry application process.

Convenient Identogo Locations

Several ABQ Fingerprinting locations also serve as Identogo partner sites, offering convenient access to state-authorized concealed carry fingerprinting:

• ABQ Fingerprinting Main Office (Albuquerque)

• HTM Security Services (Las Cruces)

• DMV Title Experts (Santa Fe)

At these locations, you can schedule appointments through Identogo for your concealed carry permit while also accessing our full range of other fingerprinting services.

What ABQ Fingerprinting Does Provide

Beyond concealed carry permits (handled through Identogo), ABQ Fingerprinting specializes in a wide range of fingerprinting and background check services across our six New Mexico locations:

Federal Applications & Background Checks

• FBI background checks with apostille services

• ATF-EFT files for firearms dealers and manufacturers

• Immigration and naturalization fingerprinting

• Federal employment and contractor applications

Florida LiveScan Services

• FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) authorized fingerprinting

• Florida professional licensing (except Florida Department of Insurance, which requires Identogo)

• Florida background checks for residents relocating from New Mexico

Business & Employment Screening

• Pre-employment background checks

• Complete background checks for companies without a New Mexico state-issued ORI

• Contractor and vendor credentialing

Why the Distinction Matters

New Mexico's concealed carry program has specific requirements and procedures managed directly by state authorities. By working with the Department of Public Safety or Identogo for your concealed carry permit, you ensure your application follows the exact protocol required by state law.

For all other fingerprinting needs—whether you're a firearms dealer needing ATF compliance, a business conducting pre-employment screening, or someone requiring FBI or Florida background checks—ABQ Fingerprinting provides expert, efficient service with the professionalism and attention to detail that has earned us over 600 five-star reviews.

Questions About Your Fingerprinting Needs?

Not sure which service you need? Our knowledgeable staff across all six locations can help you determine the correct type of fingerprinting for your situation:

• Albuquerque (Headquarters)

• Las Cruces

• Rio Rancho

• Roswell

• Santa Fe

• Taos

We're here to make your fingerprinting experience smooth and stress-free—for the right services at the right place.

Have questions about federal fingerprinting, business background checks, or FBI services? Contact ABQ Fingerprinting today at 877-340-8822 (press 3 to be connected to a representative)

For New Mexico concealed carry permits, schedule your appointment through Identogo at https://nm.state.identogo.com—available at select ABQ Fingerprinting locations for your convenience.