Identification Canada — Check Police Records (CPIC), Fingerprinting & Pardons
In brief, you start online to check your police record or request a CPIC police record check; then, we verify your ID; afterward, your documents arrive quickly by email or pickup. Therefore, getting compliant for work, immigration, volunteering, licensing, or travel is simple and fast — and you always start with the correct option based on fingerprint requirements.
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Good to know:
Most name-based CPIC checks (no fingerprints) used to check police records are completed in 1–2 business days and delivered by email as a secure PDF.
Meanwhile, services that require fingerprints are completed in person at our Montreal office to meet RCMP and program requirements.
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Simple rule: If your request does not require fingerprints, start with the Canada-wide online CPIC option to check police records. If fingerprints are required, start with fingerprinting services in Montreal. If you prefer a dedicated, police-clearance-only experience for Canada-wide CPIC requests (no fingerprints), you can also visit CheckPoliceRecord.com.
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Additionally, apply online in minutes when fingerprints are not required to check police records — results typically in 1–2 business days, delivered by email as a secure PDF. For a dedicated CPIC police clearance-only option, you may also use
Meanwhile, complete RCMP-accredited fingerprinting for immigration, citizenship, licensing, pardons, and U.S. Entry Waivers when fingerprints are required — an essential step for many applications that cannot be completed online.
Furthermore, if you were refused entry to the United States or deemed inadmissible, Form I-192 requires fingerprints and careful preparation, including document support and clear next steps.
Moreover, set aside eligible convictions and improve background-check outcomes. Our team supports compliant preparation, including fingerprint-required steps when applicable, so your application stays consistent with current requirements.
Finally, find quick answers on CPIC vs fingerprint-based requirements, how to check police records correctly, and message our team if you’re unsure what to choose.
Additionally, apply online in minutes when fingerprints are not required to check police records — results typically in 1–2 business days, delivered by email as a secure PDF. For a dedicated CPIC police clearance-only option, you may also use
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Fingerprinting Services — MontrealMeanwhile, complete RCMP-accredited fingerprinting for immigration, citizenship, licensing, pardons, and U.S. Entry Waivers when fingerprints are required — an essential step for many applications that cannot be completed online.
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U.S. Entry Waiver (Form I-192) — MontrealFurthermore, if you were refused entry to the United States or deemed inadmissible, Form I-192 requires fingerprints and careful preparation, including document support and clear next steps.
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Canadian Pardon (Record Suspension) — MontrealMoreover, set aside eligible convictions and improve background-check outcomes. Our team supports compliant preparation, including fingerprint-required steps when applicable, so your application stays consistent with current requirements.
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FAQs & SupportFinally, find quick answers on CPIC vs fingerprint-based requirements, how to check police records correctly, and message our team if you’re unsure what to choose.
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For best results, choose the correct service based on whether fingerprints are required. Canada-wide online is used to check police records with name-based CPIC when fingerprints are not requested, while fingerprint-required services are completed in Montreal for compliance. CheckPoliceRecord.com for the same Canada-wide (no fingerprints) path.
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Which Service Do I Need?
Not sure whether to start with a Canada-wide CPIC police record check or fingerprinting in Montreal? The key factor is whether fingerprints are required by the requesting authority. Understanding this first helps you avoid delays and choose the correct application path. Learn more →
Not sure whether to start with a Canada-wide CPIC police record check or fingerprinting in Montreal? The key factor is whether fingerprints are required by the requesting authority. Understanding this first helps you avoid delays and choose the correct application path. Learn more →
Processing Times & Delivery
Most name-based CPIC checks used to check police records are completed within 1–2 business days and delivered by email as a secure PDF. Fingerprint-required services depend on RCMP or government processing timelines and program requirements. Learn more →
Most name-based CPIC checks used to check police records are completed within 1–2 business days and delivered by email as a secure PDF. Fingerprint-required services depend on RCMP or government processing timelines and program requirements. Learn more →
How it works
- To begin, choose a service and submit your details online to check police records or start a fingerprint-required request.
- After that, complete ID verification or fingerprinting when required for your selected program.
- Once collected, we prepare and submit your documents securely, following the correct CPIC or fingerprint-based pathway.
- Finally, you receive results by email or pickup, depending on the service and delivery option.
Why choose us
Additionally, Canada-wide CPIC checks — fully online when fingerprints are not required to check police records quickly and securely.
Moreover, RCMP-approved systems and secure handling, with clear guidance on CPIC police record checks vs fingerprint-based requirements.
Likewise, fast turnaround with clear status updates and delivery by email or pickup, so you know exactly what to expect at each step.
Meanwhile, Montreal fingerprinting support for fingerprint-required services such as U.S. Entry Waivers and Canadian Pardons, including in-person collection when mandated.
Frequently asked questions
Do all services require fingerprints?
No. Some services, such as name-based CPIC background checks used to check police records, can be completed fully online. Other services — including fingerprinting, Canadian pardons, and U.S. Entry Waivers — require in-person fingerprinting at our Montreal office to meet program requirements.
Can I apply online or do I need to visit an office?
It depends on the service. If fingerprints are not required, applications are completed online and results are delivered by email as a secure PDF for your CPIC police record check. When fingerprints are required, in-person service is needed at our Montreal office so the fingerprint collection step is completed correctly.
How long do results usually take?
Most online CPIC background check results used to check police records are delivered within 1–2 business days. Services involving fingerprints depend on RCMP or government processing timelines, as well as the requirements of the requesting authority.
For detailed answers, service definitions, and specific requirements, please visit our full FAQs page .
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Therefore, pick a service and get started today. If you need guidance on how to check police records properly or whether fingerprints are required, our team can help right away.
Questions? Call +1-514-934-2244.