California Live Scan Government Fees
Government fingerprint processing fees vary depending on the agency requesting your Live Scan and the type of background check required. This guide lists common California DOJ, FBI, licensing, security, healthcare, and social-services fingerprint fees so you can better estimate your cost before your appointment.
Rolling Fee vs. Government Fees
Your Live Scan total can contain two different types of charges. Keeping them separate makes it easier to understand what you are paying for.
Pasadena Live Scan Rolling Fee
This is our fee for capturing your fingerprints and electronically transmitting the Live Scan transaction.
California DOJ / FBI Fees
The amount depends on the requesting agency and the checks required by your Live Scan form.
Billing Number on Your Form?
If your form contains a valid agency billing number, the requesting organization may be billed for government fees instead of you.
Government Fee Guide by Application Type
Use the search box to quickly find a common license, occupation, or application type. Always bring your Live Scan form so we can confirm the exact fee required for your transaction.
Search only filters the fee rows already shown on this page.
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Ambulance Driver | $32 |
| Vehicle Dealer License | $32 |
| Vehicle Salesperson License | $32 |
Health & Medicine
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) | $32 |
| Pharmacy — First-Time or Renewal | $49 |
| Registered Nurse (RN) License | $49 |
| Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit (VACSP) | $49 |
| Veterinary License | $49 |
Licenses, Credentials & Permits
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Contractor License | $49 |
| Insurance License | $49 |
| Notary Public | $49 |
| Real Estate License | $49 |
| Teacher Credential | $49 |
Security & BSIS
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Alarm Agent | $49 |
| Security Guard | $49 |
| Security Guard with Firearms Permit | $87 |
| Proprietary Private Security Officer | $49 |
Social Services & Care Facilities
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Adult Day Residential or Rehabilitation Facility | $59 |
| Child Day Care Center — 6 Children or Fewer | $32 |
| Child Day Care Center — 7 Children or More | $74 |
| In-Home Support Services (IHSS / Elder Care) | $32 |
| Family Day Care Employee | $32 |
| Family Day Care Volunteer | $15 |
| Foster Family Adoption Employee | $74 |
| Foster Family Agency or Home | $32 |
| Group Home — 6 Children or Fewer | $32 |
| Group Home — 7 Children or More | $74 |
| Home Care Aide | $49 |
| Home Care Employee | $59 |
| Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) | $59 |
| Residential Child Care Facility — 6 Children or Fewer | $32 |
| Residential Child Care Facility — 7 Children or More | $74 |
| TrustLine Registry | $64 |
Other Common California DOJ Requests
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Foreign Adoption Background Check | $25 |
| Record Review for Personal Use | $25 |
| Visa / Immigration — California DOJ Request | $32 |
Agency Billing Numbers & Applicant-Paid Fees
The California DOJ explains that some requesting agencies pay fingerprint processing fees through a billing account, while other applicants pay the government fees at the Live Scan location.
If Your Form Has a Valid Billing Number
Your organization may have arranged for the California DOJ to bill the government processing fees directly.
- You may only need to pay our $21 rolling fee at the office.
- We will review the form before processing your transaction.
- The billing number must be valid for the requesting agency and transaction.
If Your Form Does Not Have a Billing Number
You will typically be responsible for the applicable government processing fee plus our rolling fee.
- Government fee is determined by the applicant type on your form.
- Additional CACI, firearms, or other processing fees may apply.
- Separate license/application fees paid directly to an agency may also exist.
Government Fee Sources & Verification
We recommend using your Live Scan form as the final authority for your transaction. Government fee schedules can change, and some applicant types have special processing requirements.
- California DOJ — Applicant Agency Forms & Fee Resources
- California DOJ — Applicant Fingerprint Processing Fees
- California BSIS — Live Scan Fees for Security Licenses & Firearms Permits
- California Department of Social Services — Live Scan Fee Reference
- California DOJ — Foreign Adoption Background Check
California Live Scan Fee Questions
How much is the Pasadena Live Scan rolling fee?
Why do some Live Scan applications cost $32 and others cost $49?
Why is a security guard with a firearms permit $87 in government fees?
Does a billing number mean I do not pay government fees?
Are licensing application fees included in this table?
What should I bring so my exact Live Scan fee can be confirmed?
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Schedule your fingerprint appointment at 708 N Marengo Ave. Suite #A, Pasadena, CA 91103. We're open Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, with lunch closure from 1:00–1:45 PM.