Police Clearance Certificate - PCC
This is a document issued by the Consulate certifying that the applicant has never been involved with the Indian police, and is normally required when you apply for emigration status to countries such as Australia, USA, Canada etc.
The normal procedure for issuing a PCC is that the High Commission checks with the police authorities in the area(s) in India where you had been residing, and issues the PCC after obtaining their clearance.
Following documents are required:
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| Documents | Current Passport | |
| Miscellaneous Services Form duly filled in |
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Personal Particulars Form(two sets, duly filled in). Please enter only addresses in India in this form. |
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| Four passport size photographs | ||
| Note | Please send a Self Addressed Express Post/ Registered Post/ Platinum Express Envelope with postal applications or if you wish for the documents to be returned to you through the post. | |
| Applicants for a PCC may state the country for which PCC is required. viz. Australia / Canada / New Zealand / USA / UK / Other. | ||
| Foreign nationals applying for PCC are required to state the period of stay in India. Documentary proof of stay to be provided viz: Study/ Work certificates etc. | ||
| Processing Time | Approx. 2 Months | |