U.S. Citizen Services
Criminal Records Checks and Fingerprinting
U.S. citizens are occasionally asked to present a criminal records check in connection with a visa application to live and work in Russia. Such certifications must come from local police authorities in the United States or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and almost always require a fingerprint check.
The U.S. Embassy in Moscow is able to fingerprint U.S. citizens who need such criminal record checks. After a consular officer signs and seals the completed fingerprint cards, they will be handed to the applicant for appropriate submission. There is no fee for this service, which is done by appointment only. Please call (495) 728-5577 during working hours to schedule an appointment
Please see the Department of State's webpage on Criminal Records Checks for more information on obtaining FBI and local criminal records checks in the United States.