A police clearance or character certificate in Pakistan is an official document issued by the relevant Police Department to certify that a person has no criminal record, and he has clean history.
PCC is also a specific area-related document issued by the police department of that area. In big cities of Pakistan like Lahore and Karachi, they have their own police departments. If a person lived on different places during that period of time then he might have to get multiple police clearance or character certificates.
It is often required for immigration, job application, visa processing, study abroad, and other official purposes.
Required Documents of Police Clearance or Character Certificate in Pakistan:
- Copy of CINC/B-form of applicant: (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Passport Copy: (If required for International purpose)
- Proof of Residence: (Utility Bill or other address verification documents)
- CNIC Copies of two Witnesses: Copies from two witnesses preferablly neighbours of same area
- Recent passport-size photographs: Usually 2-4 copies
- Application Form: Need to fill form (to provide information about the requesting country, purpose of PCC, address of stay, duration of stay etc) available at the police station or online, depending on the region)
- N.O.C. is also required from the govt/semi govt and corporate employees:
- Affidavit: In case the applicant is out of the country
Important Note: The relevant police department may request additional documents if required.
Procedure to Obtain Police Clearance or Character Certificate:
You can visit the local police station and submit application form along-with required documents. The police authorities will verify your criminal record in their database, from local police station and they will conduct background checks. They might also visit your neighbourhood for local verification also they can call request applicant or witnesses to visit issuing department if needed.
Processing Time:
The processing times vary by city or region, on average, it may take 7-15 working days.
Official Fee:
The fee varies depending on the area
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