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LIVESCAN ELECTRONIC FINGERPRINTING
Livescan is the process of capturing fingerprints electronically to conduct a criminal background check for employment, licensure, certification, personal requests, and more. This current technology replaces the need to have your fingerprints taken using ink cards. The submission process is instant, which means the FDLE or FBI can provide the applicant’s results more promptly. This speeds up the overall background check process.
We electronically collect and submit fingerprints for 120+ FL-licensed professions, which include Real Estate Sales Agents/Brokers, MDC Vendor Badge ID, Mortgage Loan Officers, Security Officers, LPNs/RNs/CNA/RBT/HHA/other medical professions, Guardianship, Teachers, Marijuana Industry (Compassionate Use), and more.
ATF EFT Fingerprint File Capture & Conversion
An ATF EFT Fingerprint File (Electronic Fingerprint Transmission) is a secure digital file that contains your fingerprint images and identifying information in a format accepted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
When submitting applications through the ATF eForms system, including
And or
(Application to Make and Register)
(Application for Tax Paid Transfer)
You have the option to upload this digital fingerprint file instead of mailing physical fingerprint cards.
This eliminates mailing delays and allows your ATF eForms fingerprints to be processed electronically as part of your application.
For applicants using ATF eForms, submitting ATF eForms fingerprints electronically is the most efficient and reliable method available.
Reminder: Your ATF EFT Fingerprint File is encrypted and not viewable without specialized software. It is intended strictly for secure upload to the ATF eForms system.
How to Use Your ATF EFT Fingerprint File
1 - Insert provided thumb drive with EFT File onto your computer
Important: This is a specialized data file. It will not “open” on your computer and may appear as a blank or broken icon—it is ready for the ATF.
2 - Log in to ATF eForms
Access the to start your Form 1 or Form 4 application, ensuring your biographic data exactly matches the information provided for your EFT file.
3 - Upload ATF EFT File
In the “Electronic Photos & Fingerprints” section, select the EFT File Upload option. Browse for your saved file and upload—this fulfills the requirement and replaces the need to mail physical ink cards.
4 - Attach Your Digital Photo
Upload a passport-style photo taken within the last 6 months. Ensure a plain background with no glasses or headwear.
5 - Pay the Tax Stamp Fee
Complete the payment for your NFA Tax Stamp (typically $200 for most transfers and registrations) before certifying and submitting your application.
6 - Secure Your File for the Future
Your independent EFT file does not expire. Keep it in a secure folder; you can reuse this exact file for every future NFA application as long as your biographic information remains the same.