100% Digital FBI & RCMP Background Checks from Colombia
Digital LiveScan biometric capture, electronic federal channeling, U.S. State Department Federal Apostilles, and official certified Spanish translations—powered directly by Idiomatic USA.
Get Started in Colombia
Select an option below to reserve your biometric appointment or consult with our document legalisation team.
⚡ Book LiveScan Appointment Directly 📅 Schedule 15-Min Advisory Call 💬 Chat with Us on WhatsAppWhy Expats Choose LiveScan
Traditional agencies rely on slow, messy wet ink cards and expensive international courier transit. We offer a 100% digital workflow built for speed.
| Feature / Workflow | Traditional Agencies in Colombia | Fingerprint In Colombia (100% Digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Capture | Messy wet ink on paper cards (FD-258) | 100% Digital LiveScan Capture |
| Submission Speed | Slow physical courier shipping to US/Canada | Instant Electronic Transmission to FBI |
| FBI Result Issuance | Weeks waiting for postal transit & manual processing | 24 to 48 Hours Digital Delivery |
| Rejection Risk | High (Smudged ink, light ridges, card damage) | Near 0% (Real-time biometric quality validation) |
| Total Turnaround | 4 to 8+ Weeks (20+ working days) | ~20 CALENDAR Days Total (Report + Apostille + Translation) |
The 3-Step Process
A fast 3-step digital journey designed for digital nomads, retirees, and visa applicants in Colombia.
Digital Biometric Capture
Book a LiveScan appointment at our Colombia hubs or submit compliant digital card scans. Our hardware validates print clarity in real time.
Federal Apostille
Your check is retrieved electronically and submitted directly to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. or Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa.
Certified Translation
Official translations are completed by accredited Colombian Traductores Oficiales via Idiomatic USA. Digital PDFs + physical hardcopies delivered directly to your door.
Service Packages & Transparent Rates
All packages are fully compliant with Cancillería and Migración Colombia visa standards.
| Service Package | Target Audience | Turnaround Time | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. FBI Background Check + Federal Apostille + Translation All-inclusive package with 100% digital LiveScan capture in Colombia. |
USA Citizens / Expats | ~20 Calendar Days | $654 USD |
| FBI Package (Client-Provided Fingerprint Scans) For clients providing compliant 1200 DPI TIFF fingerprint card scans. |
USA Citizens / Expats | ~20 Calendar Days | $559 USD |
| Canadian RCMP Record Check + Apostille + Translation Proprietary digital workflow, Global Affairs Canada Apostille, and translation. |
Canadian Citizens / Residents | 5 to 7 Weeks | $654 – $719 USD |
| Standalone Certified Spanish Translation Accredited Traductor Oficial powered by Idiomatic USA. Rate per page. |
All Applicants | 2 Working Days | $50 USD / page |
Cities We Serve in Colombia
We provide 100% digital LiveScan FBI biometric captures, federal apostilles, and certified Spanish translations across all primary U.S. expat and regional hubs in Colombia.
Medellín
AntioquiaBogotá
CundinamarcaCali
Valle del CaucaCartagena
BolívarBarranquilla
AtlánticoPereira
RisaraldaBucaramanga
SantanderSanta Marta
MagdalenaManizales
CaldasArmenia
QuindíoRionegro
AntioquiaPasto
NariñoPopayán
CaucaIbagué
TolimaVillavicencio
MetaFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about getting your FBI and RCMP background checks legalized for use in Colombia.
How do I book an FBI or RCMP fingerprinting appointment in Colombia?
You can book an appointment directly through our Global Booking Portal. Alternatively, you can schedule a 15-minute Advisory Call on Google Calendar or reach out to us on WhatsApp.
Why is 100% Digital LiveScan faster than traditional ink card providers in Colombia?
Traditional agencies rely on manual wet ink cards that must be physically shipped via international courier to North America, taking 4 to 8+ weeks. Our 100% digital LiveScan process captures your biometrics electronically with instant submission to federal channelers, delivering digital FBI reports in 24-48 hours and complete apostilled packages in ~20 calendar days.
How is Fingerprint In Colombia connected to Tu Apostilla and Idiomatic USA?
Fingerprint In Colombia is the official Colombian branch of Tu Apostilla, a leading global authority on U.S. and Canadian document legalizations. All certified Spanish translations are powered by Idiomatic USA, guaranteeing 100% compliance with Cancillería standards. Both services operate under the Borderless Business group.
Will Migración Colombia and Cancillería accept my apostilled background check?
Yes. Colombia is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Our federal apostilles from the U.S. Department of State or Global Affairs Canada, paired with certified translations from Colombian Traductores Oficiales, strictly adhere to standards required for Digital Nomad (V), Marriage/Partner (M), Pensionado, and Resident (R) visas.
Can non-U.S. citizens obtain an FBI background check while living in Colombia?
Yes. Non-U.S. citizens who previously lived in the United States can obtain an FBI Identity History Summary. You must provide verified proof of your past legal stay in the U.S., such as a copy of your Green Card, U.S. Visa (even if expired), or I-94 arrival record. U.S. citizens are exempt from this requirement.
How long are FBI and RCMP background checks valid for a Colombian visa application?
Colombian immigration authorities (Cancillería and Migración Colombia) generally require criminal background checks to be issued within 90 to 180 days (3 to 6 months) of your visa submission date. Note that FBI electronic report download links permanently expire 30 days after issuance, so immediate processing is essential.
Why must my background check be translated AFTER the federal apostille is issued?
The Federal Apostille certificate is a separate legal extension bound to your background check document. Because Colombian authorities require the entire document bundle to be translated into Spanish, the official translation must take place after the apostille certificate is attached.
Why is a state-level apostille rejected for an FBI background check in Colombia?
The FBI Identity History Summary is a federal document issued by the U.S. Federal Government. Under international law and Hague Convention standards, federal documents must strictly receive a Federal Apostille issued by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. State-level apostilles (e.g., from Florida, Texas, or California) are automatically rejected by Cancillería.
What happens if my fingerprints are rejected due to poor ridge detail?
Our LiveScan hardware validates biometric clarity in real time on site to prevent smudging. If an applicant has worn ridges and receives two consecutive biometric rejections from federal systems, we can trigger an official federal name-based search fallback.
Can I get my Canadian RCMP background check apostilled without traveling back to Canada?
Yes. Our proprietary digital fingerprint scanning workflow allows you to complete your biometric capture in Colombia. We process your prints electronically through Canadian systems, handle the Global Affairs Canada (GAC) federal apostille in Ottawa, and arrange certified Spanish translation in 5 to 7 weeks total.