Instructions for Fingerprinting Clear impressions of your fingers and thumbs are necessary in order to confirm that you are eligible for a long-term visa. (135)_____ your own fingerprints, you will need a black ink pad. Roll a single finger on the ink pad so that it becomes evenly coated in ink. Find the box on the background check form that (136)_____ to that finger. Press one side of the finger into it and roll toward the other side of the finger, maintaining an even amount of pressure. Repeat the procedure for all other fingers. You may attempt to retake unclear impressions only if there is sufficient space (137)_____ in the appropriate box.(138)_____. | 
