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DoW SWFT Fingerprinting

Since 2010, the Department of War (DoW) has been transitioning to electronic capture and submission of fingerprint images for all background investigations. All components of the DoW were directed to complete their transition by December 31, 2013. Companies participating in the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) are also required to transition to electronic fingerprinting no later than December 31, 2013.

Alabama Fingerprint Solutions provides fingerprinting services to companies required to submit their fingerprints electronically to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) under the Secure Web Fingerprint Transmission (SWFT) Program for all types of background investigations. We offer the following services in support of the SWFT program:

  • Digital Fingerprint capture and submission to OPM via SWFT.
  • Digital Fingerprint capture and hard copy card (SF-87 and FD-258) printing.
  • Electronic Fingerprint Transmission sent to you or your security officer. This option is used by entities that can submit to SWFT but can’t capture fingerprints.
  • On-site Fingerprinting Services for individuals or groups.

Registration is required for fingerprinting sessions. Use the button below to set an appointment time.

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