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Do I need an FBI background check for a Non O-A visa or can I use a state agency?

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Oct 19, 2020
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Question for anyone in USA who did a non O-A visa. For the background check, did you use the FBI or a state agency? I live in Montana and obtained a criminal history from a state law enforcement agency. Just wondering if anyone used a state agency for theirs and if it met the requirements. Thanks for any info
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The discussion centers around the requirements for obtaining a Non O-A visa, specifically regarding background checks. There is some confusion about whether to use an FBI background check or if a state agency suffices. Several commenters share their experiences, emphasizing that while the RTE website indicates that a state agency can be used, it is recommended to get the check from your state's Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Fingerprinting may be required depending on the agency. Additionally, some commenters mention the current unavailability of Non O-A visas and share insights on income considerations for spouses applying together.
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Gary **********
I had s retirement visa for years. Never asked once for back round check ..
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Kathy ****************
It asks for it on the application process and if you don't submit it they will not approve your application
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Kathy Eagle Justice can you tell me anymore about your phone call with RTE? I planned on doing my visa this week
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@Gary *********
 in Thailand you don’t need it. In American you do
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Kathy ****************
Just got off the phone with the Thai Embassy in WDC after being on hold for 1 hour. THERE ARE NO VISA'S BEING ISSUED FOR OA, OX OR O AT THIS TIME... 😢
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@Kathy ***************
 WHAT???? Please DM if you have more info
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Bobby *********
Filled out form on e gov Hawaii they offer a printable offical form $10.00. Idk if acceptable tho
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Sounds like what I did here
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Sheriffs office - NCIC
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 did you get fingerprinted?
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Mario *******
I used DOJ
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@Mario ******
 you used a state DOJ! That’s what I did hear in Montana
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Kathy ****************
Also if you are going as a husband and wife the income is not a joint income if an individual
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Kathy ****************
It cannot be done through any local or State Police it has to be your states SBI we just had ours Done..
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 but the agency I used was not the state police
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 we are using the Washington Embassy and they told us we could only use the state Bureau of Investigation so we went with that in North Carolina
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 did the embassy tell you that you need to be fingerprinted or did you do it just to be safe?
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@Kathy ***************
 I forget what the state agency was. Fingerprinting was not an option with them. It does clearly say on the RTE website that it can be through a state agency or FBI
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Kathy ****************
From experience in the last 2 weeks you have to get it from your state Bureau of Investigation and you have to be fingerprinted
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@Kathy ***************
 I did not see any requirement (either from State agency or on RTE website that you need to get fingerprinted
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Yeah I wasn’t sure. Wanted to check with someone who already did it, vs. what the RTE website says. They say you can use FBI or state check
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Yes I agree
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 I was wondering same. Do they need to Legalized, apolitised, or certified some way. Notarized by department of state or something ?
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 I did it online. At check out on their website, they ask you if you want a certified copy
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 I mean, they're the ones that are issuing you the visa so if they'll accept the state level background check then that's fine.
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Pretty sure it has to be at the federal level. Use an FBI authorized company (they have a list on their website), can get it in a couple days.
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