Planning to become a licensed real estate agent or broker in Florida in 2025? Before you can earn your license, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) requires a Level 2 background check, which includes Live Scan fingerprinting.
At FastFingerprints, we help real estate professionals across Florida meet fingerprinting requirements quickly, easily, and in full compliance with DBPR rules. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about fingerprinting for your Florida real estate license in 2025.
Why Are Fingerprints Required for a Florida Real Estate License?
The DBPR uses fingerprint-based background checks to ensure that applicants:
- Do not have a criminal history that would disqualify them
- Are eligible to represent clients in high-trust financial transactions
- Meet professional conduct and legal standards outlined by Florida law
This background check includes both a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and FBI criminal history search—also known as a Level 2 background check.
How to Complete Your Fingerprinting for DBPR in 2025
To complete your background screening for a Florida real estate license, follow these steps:
1. Obtain the Correct ORI Number
You must provide the correct ORI number at the time of fingerprinting to ensure your results are routed to the DBPR.
For real estate licenses, use ORI: FL920010Z
This code tells FDLE and FBI to send your background check results directly to the DBPR.
2. Choose an FDLE-Approved Live Scan Provider
Make sure the fingerprinting company you choose is approved by FDLE. FastFingerprints is an official FDLE Live Scan provider with multiple locations across Florida.
We offer:
- Live Scan fingerprinting with electronic submission
- Same-day appointments and walk-in options
- Secure, fast, and fully compliant services
3. Bring a Valid Government-Issued ID
Accepted forms of ID include:
- Florida driver’s license or ID card
- Passport
- Military ID
- Other state-issued photo identification
The name on your ID must match the name used on your real estate license application.
4. Schedule Early to Avoid Delays
Fingerprint results are valid for 1 year, and it can take 1–3 business days for FDLE and FBI to process and deliver results to the DBPR.
Plan ahead—don’t let fingerprinting delays slow down your application.
Who Needs Fingerprinting for a Real Estate License in Florida?
The DBPR requires fingerprinting for:
- Real Estate Sales Associates (first-time applicants)
- Real Estate Brokers
- Real Estate Appraisers
- License renewals and reinstatements (in some cases)
If you’re applying in 2025, fingerprinting is required before your license can be issued.
Why Choose FastFingerprints for Your Real Estate Fingerprinting?
- FDLE-approved Live Scan provider
- FBI channeling included
- Locations throughout Florida, including Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Fort Lauderdale
- Mobile fingerprinting available for real estate schools and brokerages
- Same-day processing and online scheduling
We’re the trusted name in fingerprinting for Florida’s professionals.
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