If you've been told to get Livescan fingerprints in Florida, you've probably also been asked for an ORI number. It's the single most important thing to bring to your appointment, and the most common reason people have to come back a second time.
What an ORI number is
ORI stands for Originating Agency Identifier. It's a code, usually nine characters, that identifies the agency requesting your background check. When we submit your fingerprints, the ORI tells the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) two things:
- Where to send your results, for example AHCA, the Department of Health or the Department of Education
- Which fees apply, since each agency has its own state and FBI processing fee
That's why our Livescan prices are listed by agency: the ORI decides the total.
Where to find your ORI
Your ORI comes from whoever asked you to get fingerprinted. Look in these places first:
- Your employer's onboarding email or HR paperwork
- Your license application instructions from the board or agency
- The background screening portal you were asked to register in
- A letter or form from the agency that mentions "Livescan" or "fingerprint submission"
Some ORIs you may see on our price list include EAHCA020Z for AHCA providers and EDOEPRIV1 for private school staff. Don't guess, though. Two jobs in the same field can use different ORIs.
What happens if I use the wrong ORI?
Your results go to the wrong agency, and the agency that needs them never receives them. In most cases you'll have to be fingerprinted and pay again. A two-minute call to your employer or agency first can save you that trip.
Don't have your ORI yet? Call us at 954-300-4181 before your visit. Tell us your job or license and who asked for the check, and we'll help you work out what to ask for.
What else to bring
Along with your ORI, bring a valid, government-issued photo ID. See our full checklist for the details.
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Requirements change, and the agency requesting your background check has the final say. Results and decisions come from FDLE, the FBI and the requesting agency.