Police Clearance Certificate
A Police Clearance Certificate, also known as a "Certificate of Good Conduct," is an official document issued by the police department of a country. In the UAE, it certifies that an individual has no criminal record and has maintained good conduct during their time of residency. This document is often a mandatory requirement for various official and legal procedures.
Who Needs a PCC?
A PCC is a widely requested document for both residents and former residents of the UAE for purposes such as:
- Employment: Many companies in the UAE and abroad require a PCC as part of a background check for new hires, especially for roles in finance, government, or sensitive sectors.
- Immigration and Visa Applications: When applying for a long-term residency visa, citizenship, or immigration to another country (e.g., Canada, Australia), a PCC from the UAE is often a mandatory requirement.
- University Admissions: Some universities and educational institutions, particularly abroad, may ask for a PCC as part of the student admission process.
- Business Licensing: In certain cases, obtaining specific business licenses or government contracts may require a PCC to demonstrate a clean legal history.
- Personal and Legal Matters: It may be required for various personal legal matters, such as marriage registration or court proceedings.
The Application Process:
The process for obtaining a PCC is handled by the Dubai Police or the Ministry of Interior (MOI) and can be done either online or in person.
For Current UAE Residents:
- Online Application: The most common and efficient way is to apply online through the official websites or smartphone apps of the Dubai Police or the MOI.
- Required Documents:
- Original and copy of a valid Emirates ID.
- Passport copy.
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Process: The application is submitted online, and the fee is paid electronically. The certificate is typically processed within a few working days and can be downloaded or emailed to the applicant.
For Former UAE Residents:
- The process is more involved as the applicant is not physically present in the UAE.
- Fingerprint Card: The applicant must first obtain a fingerprint card from a local police station or a relevant authority in their country of residence.
- Attestation: This fingerprint card must then be attested by the UAE Embassy in the applicant's current country of residence. This step is crucial as it verifies the authenticity of the fingerprints for the UAE authorities.
- Online Submission: After the attestation, the applicant can submit their application and the attested fingerprint card online to the Dubai Police or MOI websites.
- Required Documents:
- Attested fingerprint card.
- Passport copy.
- Copy of the last valid UAE visa.
- A recent passport-sized photograph.
- A letter stating the purpose of the application.
The Agency's Role:
The agency simplifies this process by providing end-to-end support, which includes:
- Consultation and Guidance: Advising clients on the specific requirements based on their individual circumstances (e.g., resident vs. non-resident, purpose of the certificate).
- Documentation Support: Assisting with the preparation and verification of all required documents to ensure they meet the criteria.
- Application Submission: Handling the online application process and liaising with the relevant government departments on behalf of the client.
- Follow-up and Delivery: Tracking the application status and ensuring the certificate is received in a timely manner.
- Attestation Coordination: For former residents, the agency can help coordinate the attestation of the fingerprint card with the relevant embassies and ministries.
