A biometrics appointment is a routine step in the process of applying for an immigration benefit, such as a green card, that requires the collection of fingerprints, photographs, and signatures. The appointment is scheduled by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) after an application, petition, or request has been filed. The purpose of the appointment is to check the applicants background with the FBI for any past criminal or immigration violations. During the appointment, the USCIS will record the applicants biometric information and run it through the FBI database to check for any criminal records. The appointment is not an interview, and the process is usually quick and straightforward. Applicants who are in the United States will attend their biometrics appointment at a local USCIS office, while those who are abroad will attend a biometrics appointment at the U.S. embassy or consulate. If an applicant is unable to attend the scheduled appointment, they may request to reschedule it for a later, more convenient time. After the appointment, the applicant will receive a stamp on their appointment notice confirming their attendance, which serves as proof that they attended.