Arizona Department of Public Safety Clearance Card Information

Which card do I need IVP or Non-IVP?

Individual Verified Prints (IVP)

An agency or technician has to verify your identity and submit paperwork and fingerprints on your behalf.

Example: Teachers & School staff

Non-Individual Verified Prints (IVP)

You can get your fingerprints back from the technician and submit fingerprints yourself.

AZ DPS Website & Portal

The portal allows users to start their application online. Once you complete your online application you will submit your fingerprints via mail or electronically

AZ DPS Portal

AZ DPS Website

Pick Individual Account for your Sign Up
Fill out personal information
Received & Enter One-Time- Password sent to email
Pick Fingerprint Clearance Card
Apply for a Card
Apply for a New Clearance Card
Pick IVP if your working at a School ( Non IVP if you are not working at school)
You can skip Employer Information
Check if your in state or out of state
Applicant Signature
Pay $67.00 DPS Application Fee
You will sign out & sign back in
Go to Message Center
You will see a new message about your application
Open message
Scroll to bottom and click Reply button
Reply to message saying please send paper fingerprinting packet
You will receive blue packet by mail (For IVP)
Bring blue packet to appointment (For IVP)
Last call or text to set your appointment