Ink Card Fingerprinting in Chicago
How It Works
We take your fingerprints with ink on the card required by your employer, licensing agency, or application.
Pricing
$53
Additional Cards
$10/per card
$10/per card
Pay for additional card(s) during your appointment.
"As a first timer, it was a fast transaction in less than 15 minutes. The staff was so kind and friendly."
Ri Co
Client, Chicago
Who Needs Ink Card Fingerprinting?
Ink Card is commonly required for:
- Healthcare licensing
- Private security and firearm licensing
- Cannabis industry licensing (PERC, Conceal Carry)
- Education and childcare jobs
- Government and public safety jobs
- Real Estate Sales & Broker (IDFPR)
Why Choose TRACE2?
- Trusted provider: Illinois Department of Public Health vendor and authorized Fieldprint partner
- Fast appointments: most visits take five minutes or less
- Flexible scheduling: same-day appointments and walk-ins are available
- Fast results: often available within 48 hours
- Bilingual help: service is available in English and Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
Bring a valid photo identification and any fingerprint card or instructions provided by the requesting agency.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) FD-258 is a standard ink fingerprint card used for many background checks, licenses, and applications. Our $53 service includes two completed cards.
We return the completed cards to you. You are responsible for mailing or delivering them to the requesting agency unless you booked a separate submission service.
Choose a Location
Walk in today or book an appointment at one of our three locations.
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6972 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60707 - Mon - Fri: 8am - 7pm
- Sat: 9am - 2pm
- Sun: 9am - 2pm (By appt. only)
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356 N. Lake St., Suite 2
Aurora, IL 60506 - Mon - Fri: 10am - 6pm
- Sat: 9am - 2pm
- Sun: Closed
- 2155 Stonington Ave., Ste 109 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
- Mon - Fri: 10am - 6pm
- Sat: 10am - 1pm
- Sun: Closed


