Update: May 24, 2023

Electronic 718-B- (DC) or718 B-(AI) Form Submission

A link has been added to the Background Check Portal that allow Providers to submit the CFS 718-B (DC) or CFS 718-B(AI)- Authorization for Background Check Form safe and securely.

DO NOT upload 718-B-(DC) or 718-B (AI) forms for those Applicants requiring fingerprinting.

DO NOT upload the (BCUC) NOTICE.

Applicants have the option of providing an E-signature or wet signature when completing the 718-B.

However, the Provider is responsible for uploading the form for processing NOT the Applicant.

To upload, select the Electronic CFS 718-B Authorization for Background Check Form Submission Link and follow the easy instructions for uploading.

The following 718-B- (DC) or 718-B- (AI) form can be uploaded for processing:

718-B-(DC)- Use by Day Care
718-B- (AI)- Use by Child Welfare Agencies & Institutions

(These are the only forms we are accepting through the portal at this time)

*Update

*Renewal

*Transfer

*Rehire

*Name Change

*Address Change

Once the Background Check Unit is in receipt of the 718-B, it will be removed from the submission system.

Providers still have the option of submitting the 718-B-DC or 718-B (AI) form via US Mail or in-person to their Licensing Representative or hand delivery to the Licensing Office located at 1911-21 S. Indiana, Chicago, Illinois 60616.