A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) also called Character Certificate is an official document which confirms and verify no criminal record. It is required when applying for visa, immigration, foreign employment, international studies, or other official matters in Pakistan.
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Who Needs a Police Character Certificate?
Character Certificate are required in these situation:
- Applying for immigration or visa
- Planning to work abroad
- Enrolling in foreign university
- Taking part in international business or adoption processes
- Need verification for legal or personal reasons
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Apply for Police Clearance Certificate in Pakistan
- Visit Police Facilitation Center (CPO/DPO)
- Get and fill the application form
- Attach Required Document (Original CNIC or B-Form with photocopy, Original and copy of Passport, Affidavit, Authority Letter)
- Submit Application & wait for verification
- Receive Certificate (3 to 15 working days)
Documents Required for Police Character Certificate
To apply, you will need:
- Filled application form
- Copy of CNIC or B-Form
- Copy of passport (for travel related requests)
- 2 recent passport-size photos
- Proof of residence (utility bill or rental agreement)
- Authority letter (if someone else is applying for you)
- Prior character certificate (if available)
- Employment or university letter (if applying for work or study)
- Prior PCC (if available)
For Overseas Pakistanis
If you are living abroad:
- A relative in Pakistan can apply on your behalf with a notarized authority letter
- You will need to send scanned copies of passport, CNIC, and visa or residence permit
- Pakistani embassies or consulates also assist with the process
Delivery Fees and Processing Time
- Rs 200 to Rs 1000 depending on location
- Delivery in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad in 5 to 10 working days
- Other areas 10 to 15 days
- Fast track cost extra
Learn How to Apply for CNIC Online in Pakistan
Apply for Police Character Certificate Online
You can apply online from Punjab or Islamabad using these official portals:
Punjab Police Khidmat Markaz App
- Download Punjab Police App
- Create account with CNIC and mobile number
- Select “Police Character Certificate” from services
- Select Method (Book Appointment or Apply)
- Fill out details and upload scanned documents
- Choose delivery method (home delivery or pickup)
- Submit and wait for verification
- Track status inside the app
Islamabad Police Certificate Portal
- Visit Islamabad Police Character Certificate Portal
- Fill online form
- Upload Documents (CNIC, passport, photos, and supporting documents)
- Submit and note tracking number
- Visit assigned center for biometrics if needed
- Receive certificate by hand or post
How to Verify Police Clearance Certificate
Once issued, a Police Clearance Certificate can be verified via:
- The police department official site (if available)
- Confirm from issuing police station
- QR code or barcode printed on the certificate.
Quick FAQs
No. PCC confirms no criminal record. FIR verification is a separate legal document.
Yes. Most countries ask for PCC if you are above 18 and applying for student visa.
Yes. Family member can apply on your behalf with authority letter and scanned documents.
Currently, online PCC service is only available in selected cities like Lahore and Islamabad.
No. NADRA does not issue PCC. It is processed through local police office & departments.
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