About First Advantage Biometrics

In 2021, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) selected First Advantage Biometrics as its sole fingerprint channeling services contractor. Through this program, we securely channel hundreds of thousands of fingerprint submissions to the FBI each year¹.

As the sole contractor for FINRA, we provide channeling services for 3,000+ securities firms² and are a leading Electronic Fingerprint Submission (EFS) provider, who also facilitates fingerprint collection for a significant number of firms. We work directly with FINRA to manage the program and deliver results to Central Registration Depository (CRD) and Funding Portal Registration Depository (FPRD) promptly.

We design our live scan fingerprint capture devices in-house. Our technology is FBI certified, offering a secure, modern, fully touch-screen experience built for speed and ease of use.

Additionally, our electronic fingerprinting services and integrated software make scanning easier, and provides real-time feedback to minimize FBI rejections. Our live scan network includes 700+ The UPS Store locations across the US.¹ Sites near airports and major metropolitan areas reduce the need for hard cards or on-site collection.

Every account is supported by personnel aligned to your industry. Your team works with specialists who understand industry-specific requirements and the operational demands of regulated screening programs.

Our reputation is built on high-quality solutions and long-term relationships. We aim to serve by helping organizations mitigate risk while streamlining their hiring and onboarding.

From FBI and FINRA fingerprinting via First Advantage Biometrics to U.S. and international background checks through First Advantage, we deliver scalable screening solutions across 200+ geographies, supporting regulated organizations worldwide.¹