Mar 15, 2024

How long does an FBI background check take?

Globeia

Applying Manually

Applying directly for your U.S. background check can take up to 4 months to hear back from the FBI.

Expedited Processing

Fingerprinting companies like Globeia can get your FBI check application processed within 2.5-3 weeks.

Citizens

Online results are available for citizens and green card holders within 72 hours.

Fingerprinting

The FBI requires fingerprints to be submitted on an Fd-1164 form. Applicants from within the U.S. have to use the Fd-264 format.

Outside USA

You can get fingerprinted at a local police station when applying from another country.

Globeia

Apply from anywhere around the world with Globeia’s FBI check fingerprinting service.