PCC

Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

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PCC is a certification issued by the concerned police authorities covering the whole period of the applicant's residence in that locality. It also notes whether any time the applicant was arrested, along with the reason for and the nature of each case for which there is an evidence/record.

Why PCC

• Required only for immigrant visa or other non immigrant visa such as K and V
• PCC is required for each visa applicant aged 16 years or older

Validity

A PCC is valid for one year from the date of its issue and it must be valid on the day your visa is issued.

Documents Required

• Valid Passport in original
• Proof of residence
• A set of three completed Personal Particulars Form if the applicant has not stayed at the present address for the last one year
• Application fee of Rs 300 (subject to change in the future)

**How to Apply for PCC http://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp