Out of State Background Check Information

Applicants can now create an Interstate Background Check (those seeking to work in child care in another state) with ABCMS. This request does not require fingerprints and is not valid to work in any North Carolina child care facility.

DCDEE has developed a user guide that you can find here. All background checks require an individual NCID. We have a created a Job Aid to assist applicants in obtaining one.

The information below will assist North Carolina applicants who have lived out of state in the preceding five years. Note that state information changes regularly; in addition to this information, utilize the state links to confirm information including required forms, costs, and procedures. Keep copies of everything submitted to submit to CBC as evidence of your background check application.

You do not need to get criminal record checks from NFF states. Most states don't require fingerprints for out of state criminal record checks.

Check the box next to the state or states you want to look up, then click the "Show Selected" button below. All states have two background checks, but some may not be required. You must make copies of all paperwork and forms prior to submitting to the other state.

You do not need to get criminal record checks from NFF states. ​Most states don't require fingerprints for out of state criminal record checks.

You do not need to get criminal record checks from NFF states. Most states don't require fingerprints for out of state criminal record checks.