FBI check and background check for Residency VISA

[SHAUN LJUNGGREN]

I am gathering paperwork for my residency Visa application. I am a US citizen. I have a few questions regarding background checks and FBI checks.

1. When choosing my state background check I have the option of a background check with fingerprints or without. Am I required to get the background check with fingerprinting?

2. I can not figure out where/how to get an FBI background check. The link on the FBI website is not working. Also, I have heard different responses about needing the FBI check. Will state background checks work, or do I also need an FBI background check?

Thank you!

[EI EXPERT – EDD STATON]

1. Get whichever background check from your state and have it apostilled in that state.
2. Yes, you need an FBI check as well. Here’s the link: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/identity-history-summary-checks. Have it apostilled in Washington, D.C.

Are you trying to do this without a lawyer or facilitator? We recommend spending the money to get competent assistance.

[Michael Caldwell]

My wife and I are working on the process to move to Ecuador. We are learning a lot with your help but I have a challenge that I hope there is a solution to. I am a disabled army veteran and 40 odd years ago I had issues with law enforcement and was convicted of a felony (1974) It never affected my military career and I would like to know how to find out if it will affect moving to Ecuador. The offence was non-violent (theft) and I received 18 months probation. Thank you for any help you can give. BTW the information provided by international living is excellent. I attended the 3 day seminar in Las-Vegas last fall and really enjoyed it.

[EI EXPERT – EDD STATON]

I don’t think your offense from 42 years ago will have any bearing on obtaining residency. The attorney or facilitator helping you with your visa can verify this.

[Michael Caldwell]

Thank you for relying.

[SUZAN HASKINS]

HI Michael, contact attorney Alvaro Coronel at acoronel@morenodidonato.com and/or attorney Santiago Andrade at santiago1397@gmail.com and ask them about this. I know someone who has a similar issue but has had no problems getting residence in Ecuador. Often, it helps to ask several different visa facilitators or attorneys — one of them will have a solution for you.

[SHAUN LJUNGGREN]

Thank you!

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