RCMP Processing times for fingerprinting submissions have been consistently improving. Official RCMP time frames for receiving the results of a certified fingerprinting submission are as follows:<\/p>\n
Official RCMP Fingerprinting Processing Times:<\/span><\/p>\n But the really great news is that our clients who have a criminal record attached are reciving their results in the same amount of time as those without a criminal record. So the time frames should look more like this:<\/p>\n Actual RCMP Fingerprinting Processing times with the National Pardon Centre:<\/span><\/p>\n In other words even if you have a lengthy criminal record your fingerprint submission with the National Pardon Centre will most likely be returned in record time.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that the above time frames do not include time to be mailed through Canada Post. So anticipate a few extra days.<\/p>\n This means it is a great time to get your pardon or waiver application<\/a> started since we can now complete your file faster than ever.<\/p>\n The National Pardon Centre has been a fully accredited, direct-connect client of the RCMP since 2009. We were one of the first companies in Canada to invest in the technology required to submit electronic fingerprints and we were a part of the pilot program that introduced this technology to Canada.<\/p>\n When you need a criminal records check with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), a fingerprint submission is a key requirement.\u00a0 Depending on the method by which you submit your fingerprints, and the results that are found in the RCMP database, the processing time and fees vary.\u00a0 If you\u2019ve never dealt with this process before, it can be a bit confusing and even overwhelming.\u00a0 To make things easier, we\u2019ve compiled a comprehensive guide, where we address many of the most frequently asked questions about the RCMP criminal records check process for fingerprint processing.<\/p>\n RCMP fingerprinting is used to establish a person\u2019s identity for a criminal records check.\u00a0 Names and other identifiers can be faked, but fingerprints are unique to every individual.\u00a0 In addition, since fingerprints are taken as part of arrests and booking for any criminal record generation, it\u2019s a fairly definitive way to reference the criminal records files that may be associated with an individual. \u00a0The RCMP\u2019s CCRTIS (Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services) is the division which maintains and runs the criminal records check and are responsible for processing the fingerprint submissions and providing the resulting records.<\/p>\n The actual fingerprinting needs to be done by the RCMP or designated companies or agencies, such as National Pardon.\u00a0 They accompany the criminal records check forms, either physical or digital, and are provided to the RCMP CCRTIS for processing and cross-reference against any criminal records that exist.<\/p>\n There are two methods of RCMP fingerprinting \u2013 digital and traditional ink fingerprinting.\u00a0 Digital fingerprinting involves using a high-definition digital scanner to capture your fingerprints.\u00a0 They are combined with the criminal records check application (or other forms as required) and electronically transferred to the RCMP via a secure portal.\u00a0 Traditional ink fingerprinting involves taking ink impressions of fingerprints onto paper, and submitting that physically along with the associated forms.\u00a0 They are both valid methods of RCMP fingerprinting.\u00a0 However, digital fingerprinting is preferred, as it expedites the process significantly over physical, ink and paper submissions.<\/p>\n The time involved in an RCMP criminal record check varies depending on the method of fingerprint submission, as well as whether or not any criminal records are found.\u00a0 Put simply:<\/p>\n The length of time involved when a criminal record match is found can be highly variable, depending on the amount of information in the record, and how clear a match it is.\u00a0 The RCMP strives to cross-check information with local police authorities, especially in the case of incomplete or partial information, to ensure that the final results released from the CCRTIS system is as accurate and complete as possible.<\/p>\n In most cases, RCMP fingerprinting can be done most easily by authorized agents, such as National Pardon.\u00a0 You can visit a service office near you to have the RCMP fingerprinting process completed, along with the criminal record check paperwork, in either digital or ink and paper format depending on your needs.\u00a0 In some locales, you may be able to have the fingerprinting done at your local RCMP precinct as well.<\/p>\n There is a mandatory $25 federal processing fee for an RCMP criminal records check in almost all cases, with exceptions for citizenship application, immigration application, federal government job application, applying for volunteer work, or applying to join the Canadian police.\u00a0 Additional local fees may be charged in some jurisdictions, by the RCMP or authorized agents.\u00a0 Most agents, like National Pardon, include these mandatory fees as part of their service price for digital and ink and paper fingerprinting.<\/p>\n Once the results are available, they are provided to the mailing address provided on the application form via Canada Post (regular mail).\u00a0 This can add a few days to the processing time total before you get the results in most cases.<\/p>\n If no criminal record is found, then you will get a response from the RCMP criminal record check process that indicates such.\u00a0 With digital fingerprint submission and no criminal record found, you can get your results in about a week (3 days of processing plus time for posting) in most cases.<\/p>\n Once you have submitted your application, or had an agent do it for you, it goes into the queue of the RCMP CCRTIS system.\u00a0 Generally, applications are dealt with in the order they are received, though processing times vary based on results, submission format, and the purpose of the records check (typically, higher priority goes to more time-sensitive requests, such as RCMP police clearance\/police certificate processes).\u00a0 If your request has taken longer than the specified processing time above, you can inquire via email or phone directly from the CCRTIS division of the RCMP.\u00a0 You will need your name, date of birth, DCN, and a phone number for normal business hours when you contact them.<\/p>\n Via Email:\u00a0 CCRTIS-SCICTR@rcmp-grc.gc.ca<\/a><\/p>\n Via Phone: 613-998-6362<\/p>\n\n
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