Online RCMP-Certified Criminal Record Check Service: Private Fingerprinting Company in Canada
RCMP accredited fingerprinting company in Canada providing certified criminal record checks for Canadians and foreigners in Ottawa or online.
RCMP Certified Online Fingerprinting Service in Canada
The Legalization Service Centre is an RCMP-accredited and fully certified fingerprinting company authorized to digitize international fingerprints for obtaining RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check Certificates through the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS).
As one of the first private companies accredited by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to submit fingerprints electronically, the Legalization Service Centre has gained international recognition for its reliability, integrity, and exceptional client service. We are a trusted provider recommended by private institutions and government agencies handling immigration, citizenship, and visa applications worldwide.
Founded to meet the growing global demand for fingerprint-based criminal background verification (do not confuse this with the one based on name and date of birth.), our mission is to provide fast, secure, and high-quality service to every client—whether located in Canada or anywhere around the world.
Choose Us for RCMP-Certified Online Criminal Record Checks in Canada or Worldwide
- Choose Your Preferred Processing Method: For criminal record and judicial matters check complete your application and submit all required documents either in person at our Ottawa office or entirely online from anywhere in the world.
- Follow Step-by-Step Instructions: After selecting your preferred option (online or in person), you’ll receive clear, detailed guidance on how to obtain your RCMP Certified Criminal Record Check Certificate.
- Receive Your Completed Documents: Your finalized certificate can be securely delivered to any address in Canada or internationally. If required, we also provide assistance with document authentication, including apostille and legalization services.
With over 15 years of success and practical experience in document services in Canada, we’re glad to help make your next international adventure one to remember for the right reasons.
Contact us today for more information!
Apply Online for Canadian Criminal Record Check by an RCMP-Accredited Fingerprinting Company
- Expertise You Can Trust: With over 15 years of experience in document processing, we specialize in managing RCMP Certified Criminal Record Checks and providing apostille or legalization services when required.
- Client-Centred Support: Our experienced team offers comprehensive, step-by-step assistance for every type of criminal record check application, ensuring a seamless and worry-free process.
- Exceptional Speed and Reliability: We understand the urgency of time-sensitive requests. That’s why we handle and, if necessary, apostille your certified criminal record quickly and efficiently—without ever compromising accuracy or quality.
For the RCMP Criminal Background Check Certificate and Fingerprinting Service, You Can Visit Us Online or In-Person in Ottawa
For clients residing in Canada, fingerprinting services are available at our Ottawa, Ontario office. To obtain your RCMP Certified Criminal Background Check Certificate in person, we recommend booking an appointment in advance.
Address: Legalization Service Centre Canada, 440 Laurier Ave W Ste 218, Ottawa, ON K1R 7X6
Don’t forget to bring two IDs (like your passport and driver’s licence) when you come for your appointment. Have questions? Just give us a call!
Get Your RCMP Criminal Record Check
You'll get a fingerprint-based certificate issued by the RCMP. We digitize your ink-and-roll fingerprints and submit them electronically — you can be anywhere in the world.
In order to process the RCMP CRC certificate we need to receive from the clients their fingerprints taken on C-216C form or similar and other completed forms provided in the Application Package below.
To get started, select the “General” tab for most countries and the “Personal Use” tab if you need the CRC Certificate for immigration to USA.
1. Application Package
Start here. The package contains the full document checklist, Form #2, Form #3 and the RCMP identification requirements.
Everything must be completed without errors — mistakes and missing information delay processing.
▼ Application Package (General)
2. Form #1 (C-216C)
Have your fingerprints taken on the official RCMP C-216C form using the ink-and-roll method only — digital or live-scan printouts are not accepted.
We need two (2) complete sets, with all fields filled in and the name, signature and stamp of the official who took them.
Fingerprints must be clear and high-quality — not smudged, faded, or blurred. All ridge details must be clearly visible on the form. Failure to provide clear, high-quality fingerprints may result in the RCMP rejecting the submission.
Fingerprints outside Canada can be taken by the following entities:
- Police Service
- Embassy / Consulate
- Government Department
- Notary Public
- Foreign private fingerprinting company with an MOU with a local police force or government department
Under "Reason for application", tick the option that matches your case — Visa/Waiver, Canadian Citizenship, Employment, Adoption, and so on.
▼ Example of Correct Impressions
3. Form #2 (Third Party Consent)
Found inside the Application Package.
This form authorizes the RCMP to release your results to us.
Complete it, sign and date it, and place one fingerprint in the box — the form is not valid without it.
4. Form #3 (Applicant Information)
Found inside the Application Package.
Print clearly in CAPITAL LETTERS and double-check your name, date of birth and address — any typo here can delay or invalidate the search.
5. Consent Form
This is the official RCMP consent form that authorizes CCRTIS to search the National Repository of Criminal Records and release the results.
Read each section, tick every checkbox, then sign and date it.
Select the application type that matches your case — for most travel and work purposes this is Visa / Border Crossing / Foreign Travel / Work.
Without this consent the RCMP cannot process your application.
▼ Consent for Certified Criminal Record Checks – Immigration and Travel (RCMP 6674e)
6. LSC Order Form
This is our service order. Fill in your contact details, tick "Canadian Criminal Record Check/Background Check Certificate" under Services Required, and sign the form to confirm you agree to the terms.
Please print clearly and include a working email address and phone number — we use them to send your invoice and any updates.
7. Send
First, email us scans of all completed forms plus PDF scans of your two government-issued IDs (at least one with a photo) and photographs of those IDs taken from different angles. The full list of acceptable ID is on the last page of the Application Package.
We'll review everything and confirm it meets RCMP requirements. Ship the originals only after we approve your scans.
Include two recent passport-size colour photos with your name and the date written on the back.
Courier to:
Legalization Service Centre Canada, 440 Laurier Ave W, Suite 200, Office 218, Ottawa, ON K1R 7X6
When your originals arrive, we'll digitize your fingerprints and submit them to the RCMP electronically.
8. Pay and Receive
Upon receiving your documents, we will email you the invoice for payment.
The fee is $125CAD per certificate + $25CAD RCMP fee (if applicable). Return shipping (as selected in the Order Form) and applicable taxes are extra.
We accept payments by credit card / PayPal (+3.5%), Interac e-Transfer, money order or certified cheque.
After we receive the CRC certificate from RCMP we will courier it to the address you provided in the LSC Order Form.
Processing time to obtain the CRC certificate from the RCMP is approximately 5–20 business days. This is an estimate and may change at any time without prior notice. If there is a criminal record found, the processing time can be longer.
We can also arrange an apostille for your RCMP CRC certificate in Canada for an additional fee.
1. Application Package
Start here. The package contains the full document checklist, Form #2 and the RCMP identification requirements.
Everything must be completed without errors — mistakes and missing information delay processing.
▼ Application Package (Personal Use)
2. Form #1 (C-216C)
Have your fingerprints taken on the official RCMP C-216C form using the ink-and-roll method only — digital or live-scan printouts are not accepted.
We need two (2) complete sets, with all fields filled in and the name, signature and stamp of the official who took them.
Fingerprints must be clear and high-quality — not smudged, faded, or blurred. All ridge details must be clearly visible on the form. Failure to provide clear, high-quality fingerprints may result in the RCMP rejecting the submission.
Fingerprints outside Canada can be taken by the following entities:
- Police Service
- Embassy / Consulate
- Government Department
- Notary Public
- Foreign private fingerprinting company with an MOU with a local police force or government department
Under "Reason for application", tick Privacy Act.
▼ Example of Correct Impressions
3. Form #2 (Applicant Information)
Found inside the Application Package.
Print clearly in CAPITAL LETTERS and double-check your name, date of birth and address — any typo here can delay or invalidate the search.
This is the address the RCMP will mail your certificate to — make sure it's correct and that you can reliably receive regular mail there.
4. Consent Form
This is the official RCMP consent form that authorizes CCRTIS to search the National Repository of Criminal Records and release the results.
Read each section, tick every checkbox, then sign and date it.
Select Criminal Record Check for Personal Use – Other.
Without this consent the RCMP cannot process your application.
▼ Consent for Certified Criminal Record Checks – Other Purposes (RCMP 6676e)
5. LSC Order Form
This is our service order. Fill in your contact details, tick "Canadian Criminal Record Check/Background Check Certificate" under Services Required, and sign the form to confirm you agree to the terms.
Please print clearly and include a working email address and phone number — we use them to send your invoice and any updates.
You can leave Sections 5 and 6 (return shipping) blank — the RCMP mails your certificate directly to you.
6. Send
First, email us scans of all completed forms plus PDF scans of your two government-issued IDs (at least one with a photo) and photographs of those IDs taken from different angles. The full list of acceptable ID is on the last page of the Application Package.
We'll review everything and confirm it meets RCMP requirements. Ship the originals only after we approve your scans.
Include two recent passport-size colour photos with your name and the date written on the back.
Courier to:
Legalization Service Centre Canada, 440 Laurier Ave W, Suite 200, Office 218, Ottawa, ON K1R 7X6
When your originals arrive, we'll digitize your fingerprints and submit them to the RCMP electronically.
7. Pay and Receive
Upon receiving your documents, we will email you the invoice for payment.
The fee is $125CAD per certificate + applicable taxes.
We accept payments by credit card / PayPal (+3.5%), Interac e-Transfer, money order or certified cheque.
The certificate for Personal Use will be sent by RCMP directly to your address provided in the Form #2 by regular mail only.
Processing time to obtain the CRC certificate from the RCMP is approximately 5–20 business days. This is an estimate and may change at any time without prior notice. If there is a criminal record found, the processing time can be longer.
RCMP Certified Police Record Check Available From Anywhere In The World
We assist both Canadians and foreign nationals living in Canada or abroad. No matter where you are in the world, you can reach out to us—we’re always ready to help.
The Legalization Service Centre is officially authorized to submit local digital fingerprints and convert international ink fingerprints into digital format for processing through the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) via the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS).
This process allows for a comprehensive search of the National Repository of Criminal Records, including the RCMP’s complete Privacy Act Report database. We securely deliver RCMP-Certified Criminal Record Check Certificates to any destination worldwide via tracked, express-priority courier.
Cabo Verde
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Estonia
Eswatini
Fiji
Finland
France
Georgia
Liberia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Namibia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niue
North Macedonia
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Palau
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
São Tomé and Principe
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Seychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea (Republic of Korea)
Spain
Suriname
Sweden
Switzerland
Tajikistan
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States of America
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Venezuela
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Digital Fingerprinting and Why Is It Required for a Canadian Criminal Record Check?
Digital fingerprinting is the secure, modern method used by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to verify a person’s identity electronically instead of using traditional ink. This process is mandatory for most criminal record check applications in Canada—whether for employment, citizenship, immigration, visa, or security clearance purposes.
Through the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS), fingerprints are compared with the National Repository of Criminal Records to ensure results are accurate, reliable, and free from identity errors.
At the Legalization Service Centre, an RCMP-accredited private fingerprinting provider, we securely capture and submit your digital fingerprints directly to the RCMP for verification. We also convert ink fingerprints taken outside of Canada into digital format for faster criminal record processing.
This secure and efficient solution has replaced name-based criminal record checks, allowing applicants to receive certified criminal record check results more quickly and conveniently.
How Does the Fingerprinting Process Work at the Legalization Service Centre?
When you book a fingerprinting appointment at our Ottawa office, our accredited technicians follow strict RCMP procedures to ensure compliance with national standards.
During your session, you’ll present two valid government-issued IDs (one with a photo). We then capture your fingerprints using certified biometric scanners. If you are residing outside of Canada, we can digitize ink fingerprints from your local police service or authorized fingerprint provider and securely submit them to the RCMP.
Each submission generates a 20-digit Document Control Number (DCN) that links your transaction to your background or security screening request. All data is transmitted securely through encrypted channels to the RCMP’s Criminal Real Time Identification Services.
Results are returned as a certified criminal record check, police information check, or criminal background report. When no criminal convictions exist, processing typically takes three business days.
Our staff ensures that your file references—such as employer, immigration, or police service request details—are included to facilitate accurate processing and record check results delivery.
What Is the Difference Between Ink and Digital Fingerprints?
Ink fingerprints use black ink rolled on paper and are still accepted by some international police agencies, but they are slower and less efficient for Canadian criminal record checks.
The Legalization Service Centre, accredited by the RCMP, can convert ink fingerprints collected abroad into digital format and submit them electronically for faster processing.
Digital fingerprinting, on the other hand, captures prints directly through certified scanners and transmits them instantly to the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS). It offers higher accuracy, security, and speed, with less risk of mismatched records.
Both methods confirm identity and criminal history, but digital fingerprinting delivers a faster and more reliable criminal record check process.
When Are Fingerprints Required for Security Screening or Police Clearance?
Fingerprints are often required to complete security screening, vulnerable sector checks, or police record checks for civil purposes such as:
- Immigration or citizenship applications (CIC file number required)
- Employment or contracting with federal or provincial government agencies
- Volunteer positions or licensing (e.g., health care, teaching, child care)
- Visa, adoption, or permanent residence applications requiring background verification
- Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) screening under the Contract Security Program
The Legalization Service Centre helps applicants meet these requirements quickly and accurately. As an RCMP-authorized fingerprinting provider, we ensure every digital submission complies with national and local police standards.
We also assist clients residing outside of Canada by converting and submitting ink fingerprints, enabling them to apply for a criminal record check without travelling to Canada.
How Long Does It Take to Receive a Canadian Criminal Record Check?
Processing times depend on factors such as fingerprint quality, data accuracy, and whether your prints match an existing record in the National Repository of Criminal Records.
When no record is found, digital fingerprint submissions are typically completed within three business days. If your application includes references from an employer, immigration officer, or licensing authority, additional verification may extend processing time.
Delays can occur if your DCN, ORI number, or date of birth are entered incorrectly, or if discrepancies exist between your personal information and government databases. Our support team liaises directly with the RCMP and relevant police agencies to resolve such issues.
If your Document Control Number has expired (after 12 months) or you need to re-submit fingerprints, our team will help you book a new appointment promptly.
From start to finish, the Legalization Service Centre provides secure, reliable, and fully compliant fingerprinting services, ensuring your criminal record check application is processed quickly—whether for employment, immigration, or security clearance purposes.