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How it Works
1. Complete Form Online
Use our convenient online ordering tool to order the correct Fingerprinting check, and receive a detailed list of the documents we will require from you.
2. Necessary Information
Once payment is complete, we’ll require a few different forms emailed or mailed in order to complete your Fingerprint check with the RCMP database.
3. We Handle The Rest
We file your documents with RCMP to ensure you receive your Fingerprint check results as quickly as possible. Wait times depend on the specifics of your check.
Official South Korea
Fingerprint Documents
Personal Information
In South Korea, the police will check your ID – please be sure these details are noted on your fingerprint form,
Fingerprinting
You may find that some police services provide fingerprinting services differently. The important thing is that the prints are inked and stamped or signed.
Police Documentation
To obtain fingerprinting services in South Korea, check the website for the National Police Agency to find a police station near you; make sure the card is stamped or signed before leaving!
About Us
Canadian Record Check with Fingerprints Taken in South Korea
If you live in South Korea and need to get fingerprints taken for an RCMP certified criminal record check, let Reliability Screening help facilitate the process. We’ll advise what you need along the way and will be here to help.
Adhering to Proper Standards
With our experience as trusted partners in the Canadian fingerprinting and record check process, we’ll be able to guide you to get fingerprints taken in South Korea that are acceptable for the RCMP to process your Canadian criminal record check.
WHAT WE DO
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone who wants to work as an ESL teacher in Korea must provide a criminal record check issued by the RCMP in Canada. This includes those who wish to teach English in public schools, private schools, or Hagwons.
In order to get your fingerprints taken for a Canadian criminal record check in South Korea, you must get it done at your local district police station. It is important to note that not every police station is a local district police station. Local district police stations are larger than regular police stations, and provide more services.
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency (서울지방경찰청) has compiled a list of local district police stations for the city. Simply view the list and find the location which is nearest to you.
Getting fingerprints taken in South Korea for a Canadian criminal record check is a relatively simple and straightforward process. After determining which local district police station is closest to you, you will have to visit in-person. Once inside the station, you will need to find the Foreign Affairs Department (보안과 외사계) where they will take your fingerprints and stamp them to make it official. The whole process is rather quick, so you don’t need to wait around for long.
The Canadian Embassy in Korea does not perform criminal record checks. They are also unable to provide any updates about the status of a criminal record check. In order to get an RCMP criminal record check while outside of Canada, you must contact an accredited company such as Reliability Screening to convert your paper fingerprints taken outside of Canada and submit them to Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services (CCRTIS) electronically.
Client Testimonials
Patient & Helpful
I needed a Canadian Criminal Check. With the help of Reliability Screening, it was easy! They answered all my questions right away and explained everything perfectly. They are very patient and helpful. Thank you so much!
– Karen M.
Great Experience
What a great experience! Reliability Screening always produces quality work. Since communication started, they have been professional and courteous. I highly recommend this company!
– Amanda H.
Very Timely
I was in a major time crunch to get this record check completed from abroad. I was so relieved and impressed by the efficiency. I had questions about the process which were answered in a very timely manner. It was worth it!
– Anna B.
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