# Follow the steps below to complete a FINRA background check
This guide will walk you through creating an account and scheduling an appointment at a live scan location near you. At the end, you will receive a QR code/payment ID to give to the live scan operator. They will take your fingerprints and submit the transaction.
1. Follow this link to our website, and click on "Click Here to Start" www.applicantservices.com/finra
2. Scroll down to the "Start Now" button below and click this, or click the "Get Fingerprinted" button at the top
3. Enter your email address to log in
4. We will send you a one-time access code. Please check your email and enter it here.
5. Complete each step of the online application and hit the NEXT button to move on to each subsequent step.
Yellow fields are required, white fields are optional, and grey fields cannot be amended. Each field has a help button that shows additional information.
6. Once you get to Step 3, you can search for Live Scan locations near you. Click schedule appointment at your chosen location. Select a date and time that works for you.
7. Once you schedule your appointment, you will be prompted to enter your payment information
8. After you complete all of the steps for your order, take the QR Code form to your selected service center for the Live Scan Appointment!
*To cancel an appointment or reschedule an appointment: please log in to your account and click on 'Transaction History' in on the upper ribbon. Then scroll down to 'Action' or 'Appointment' dependent on the desired action for your fingerprint Live Scan appointment.
