New Mexico's Federal Fingerprinting Network

We highly recommend scheduling in advance at abqfingerprinting.com to guarantee your spot and minimize wait time. Walk-ins are welcome at all seven New Mexico locations, including Albuquerque, Carlsbad, Farmington, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, and Taos.

No. IdentoGO (operated by IDEMIA) holds the state contract for fingerprinting tied to licensing and employment in New Mexico. ABQ Fingerprinting is a separate, independent fingerprinting provider that submits Departmental Order 556-73 background checks through an authorized FBI Channeler. We also provide fingerprint cards for federal and out-of-state applications, including FD-258, FD-1164, SF-87, and other state-specific cards, along with ATF-EFT for NFA items and FDLE Florida LiveScan. ABQ Fingerprinting also offers walk-in appointments at all seven locations, with most sessions completed in 10 to 15 minutes. Call (877) 340-8822 or book online to confirm which service is right for your specific requirement.

ABQ Fingerprinting submits fingerprints to the FBI electronically the same day as your appointment. Processing typically takes 24 to 48 hours, significantly faster than traditional mail-in cards which can take 8 to 12 weeks.

Results are delivered as a PDF directly to your email, usually within 1 to 2 business days. Processing times may vary during peak periods or if additional review is required.

ABQ Fingerprinting provides digital fingerprint card services at all seven New Mexico locations. Cards available include the FD-258 (standard FBI fingerprint card), FD-1164, SF-87, state-specific cards for Maryland, New Jersey, and Ohio, and child identification cards.

All cards are captured digitally and printed to federal standards. No ink roll. Cards can be mailed directly to licensing boards, employers, or federal agencies. Call (877) 340-8822 or book online at abqfingerprinting.com.

Yes. Mobile fingerprinting is available statewide anywhere in New Mexico, with no minimum group size. Travel fees apply based on location and group size. ABQ Fingerprinting brings certified LiveScan equipment directly to your location.

Ideal for employers, schools, nonprofits, government agencies, IHS facilities, and Navajo Nation programs. Available across Albuquerque, Carlsbad, Farmington, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Taos, and surrounding areas. Call (877) 340-8822 or fill out the form to request an appointment, and we will respond within 24 hours.

Yes. Your ATF-EFT file can be reused for multiple Form 1 and Form 4 NFA applications, whether for a single suppressor or an entire NFA collection. ABQ Fingerprinting delivers your EFT file by email and loads it onto a flash drive on site.

The file remains valid as long as your fingerprints have not changed significantly, meaning most customers use it for years without needing new fingerprints.

ABQ Fingerprinting accepts any valid government-issued photo ID including driver's licenses, state ID cards, passports, military IDs, permanent resident cards, and employment authorization documents.

The ID must be current and not expired. For minors, a parent or legal guardian must be present with their own valid ID. International visitors may use a passport. Call (877) 340-8822 with questions about a specific form of ID before your appointment.