Fingerprints are valid for 15 months from the date of processing by the FBI. USCIS notifies applicants in writing to appear for fingerprinting after filing the naturalization application. In general, applicants receive a biometric service appointment at a local Application Support Center (ASC) for collection of their biometrics (fingerprints, photographs, and signature). USCIS must collect fingerprint records as part of the background check process on applicants for naturalization regardless of their age. B. Fingerprints 1. Fingerprint Requirement The background and security checks apply to most applicants and must be conducted and completed before the applicant is scheduled for his or her naturalization interview. In addition, USCIS conducts other inter-agency criminal background and security checks on all applicants for naturalization. The background and security checks include collecting fingerprints and requesting a “name check” from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). ![]() The investigation consists of certain criminal background and security checks. ![]() USCIS conducts an investigation of the applicant upon his or her filing for naturalization.
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