AZDPS Clearance Card

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
Pay online. Bring reference number from receipt as it has to be included on the cards and affidavit submitted.

Step 2: Get Fingerprinted

Schedule an appointment with Flagstaff Mobile Notary & Fingerprinting
You will be fingerprinted on an FD-258 fingerprint card (2 sets should be submitted)
Pay for fingerprinting services

Step 3: If Sending Payment

Pay the DPS fingerprint background check fee using one of the following:

You can complete and pay application online. Bring reference number to appointment or send
- Money order
- Cashier’s check

Payable to: Arizona Department of Public Safety

Personal checks or cash are NOT accepted

Step 4: Mailing Your Packet

The Fingerprinter has to fill out an affidavit and seal the following items in one envelope:

Completed application form if not done online
AZDPS Affidavit
Original fingerprint cards (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

https://psp.azdps.gov/

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