Florida Dental Board Fingerprinting (Out-of-State) – Step-by-Step Guide for California Applicants

If you’re applying for a license with the Florida Board of Dentistry and you’re located in California, the fingerprinting process is a little different than standard Live Scan. Don’t worry—here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to help you complete your fingerprints correctly and avoid delays.

🔍 Why the Process Is Different

Florida requires fingerprints to be submitted electronically to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

However, California Live Scan systems are only connected to California DOJ and FBI systems—not Florida. That means your fingerprints cannot be sent directly from California to Florida electronically.

Instead, you’ll follow a process called Hard Card Scanning.

✅ Step-by-Step Process

Step 1 – Get Your Fingerprints Taken (FD-258 Cards)

Visit one of our locations and we will:

• Capture your fingerprints digitally using Live Scan equipment

• Roll and print them onto official FD-258 fingerprint cards

• Ensure high-quality prints to reduce the chance of rejection

This is the most important step—poor-quality prints can delay your application.

Step 2 – Choose a Florida-Approved Provider

Florida requires that your fingerprint cards be converted into an electronic submission.

To do this, you must:

• Select a Florida-approved Livescan provider

• Make sure they offer “Hard Card Scanning” services

These providers are authorized to take your physical fingerprint cards and submit them electronically to FDLE using your ORI number (EDOH4560Z).

👉 Official Florida instructions and provider list:https://flhealthsource.gov/background-screening/out-of-state-providers/

Step 3 – Mail Your Fingerprint Cards

Once your fingerprints are completed:

• Mail your FD-258 cards to the provider you selected

• The provider will convert your prints into a digital format

• They will submit your fingerprints directly to FDLE

⚠️ Important Tips

• Do NOT mail your fingerprint cards directly to the Florida Board — they will not process them

• Each provider may require online registration and payment before mailing

• Processing time may be longer due to mailing and conversion

• Some providers may not include a photo submission, which can affect future background check sharing within Florida’s system

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📍 Walk-In Fingerprinting Locations (No Appointment Needed)

We make the process quick and easy—just walk in!

Rocklin Location📍

3101 Sunset Blvd STE 2C, Rocklin, CA 95677

📍 Located by Chevron Gas Station

🕘 Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📞 (916) 544-4950

Citrus Heights Location📍

7451 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights, CA 95610

📍 Next to Bargain Smart

🕘 7 Days a Week | 9:45 AM – 7:00 PM

📞 (916) 544-4000

Roseville Location📍

3992 Foothills Blvd STE 100, Roseville, CA 95747

📍 Located behind McDonald’s

🕘 Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📞 (916) 544-1856

💬 Need Help?

We’re happy to guide you through the process and make sure everything is done correctly the first time.

If you have questions, feel free to contact us—or you can also reach out directly to the Florida Board of Dentistry for specific licensing requirements.

🚀 Final Thoughts

The Florida fingerprinting process for out-of-state applicants may seem complicated at first, but once you understand the steps, it’s very straightforward:

1. Get fingerprinted on FD-258 cards

2. Send them to a Florida-approved provider

3. They submit electronically to FDLE

We’re here to make Step 1 fast, accurate, and stress-free.

⚠️ Disclaimer

The information provided above is for general guidance only and is based on current requirements from the Florida Board of Dentistry and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Requirements, processes, and approved providers may change at any time.

We strongly recommend that you verify all instructions directly with the Florida Board of Dentistry or your selected Florida-approved Livescan provider before proceeding.