AZ DPS

Step 1: Complete Your Application

Visit the Arizona DPS website: https://www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint
Select the correct licensing or clearance application (e.g., IVP, Non-IVP, Security Guard, etc.)
Complete the application form associated with your reason for fingerprinting
Print and sign the application if submitting by mail or submit application & pay online

Step 2: Get Fingerprinted

Schedule an appointment with Flagstaff Mobile Notary & Fingerprinting
You will be fingerprinted on an FD-258 fingerprint card

Pay for fingerprinting services

Step 3: If Sending Payment

Pay the DPS fingerprint background check fee using one of the following:
- Money order
- Cashier’s check
- Payable to: Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Personal checks or cash are NOT accepted

Step 4: Mail Your Packet

Place the following items in one envelope:

Completed application form
Original fingerprint card (do not fold)
Payment (money order or cashier’s check)

Mail the packet to:

Arizona Department of Public Safety  

Applicant Clearance Card Team  

P.O. Box 18390  

Phoenix, AZ 85005-8390

Step 5: Wait for Processing

Processing time can take 4–8 weeks, depending on DPS workload
If you submitted an IVP application, you can check status here:
https://webapps.azdps.gov/ccw/chrc/index.xhtml

Tips:

✅ Use black ink on all forms
✅ Make sure all information is clear and legible
✅ Do not bend or fold the fingerprint card
✅ Keep a copy of your money order/cashier’s check receipt for your records
✅ If the card is rejected due to poor quality prints, you will need to re-submit a new card

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