A Police Clearance Certificate in the Philippines is one of the most important documents required for employment, immigration, travel, business registration, government IDs, and legal purposes.

It confirms that a person has no criminal record or derogatory information in the Philippine National Police (PNP) system.

In 2026, the process is improved with the National Police Clearance System (NPCS), but physical appearance is still required for biometrics.

Many applicants fail not due to criminal records but due to simple mistakes like missing IDs, incorrect dress code, or invalid reference numbers.

A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), also called Police Clearance or Pulis Clearance, is issued by the Philippine National Police (PNP).

It certifies that a person has no criminal record in the National Crime Information System covering all police stations nationwide.

Special cases may require a different police clearance process if the applicant cannot appear personally or has unique legal circumstances. Check the category-specific requirements below to avoid delays and ensure you prepare the correct documents before applying.

This certification is intended for Filipino citizens who are residing or working abroad. In such cases, the applicant may not be able to personally visit the PNP office. However, the clearance can still be processed for their specific needs, such as visa applications, work permits, or any international travel requirement.

Documents Required:

• A selfie holding a valid government-issued ID
• Passport bio page (showing name & expiration date)
• Passport pages with ENTRY/EXIT stamps from the Bureau of Immigration
• Proof of presence outside the Philippines (e.g., Company ID, Resident ID, or Visa copy)
• A valid ID showing a Philippine address

This certification is issued for individuals who are physically unable to personally visit the police station to apply for clearance. This category includes individuals who are bedridden due to medical conditions, disabilities, or severe health issues.

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This category is intended for individuals applying for probation after being convicted of a crime but seeking to serve their sentence under less strict conditions. A police clearance is typically required as part of the probation application process to demonstrate the individual’s criminal record.

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In certain cases, the issuance of a police clearance is needed for a deceased person, especially when dealing with the legal affairs of the deceased (e.g., settlement of estate, verifying criminal history for heirs, etc.).

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The process for each category may vary slightly, but it generally involves the following steps:

Item	Amount
Clearance Fee	₱150
Transaction Fee	₱10–₱30
Total	₱160–₱180

WARNING:

Fake services claim:

Truth:

(Same NPCS process)

A HIT means:

It does NOT mean you are guilty.

HIT Delay:

Description	Amount
Clearance Fee	₱150
Service Fee	₱10–₱30
Payment Mode	Online / Centers
Validity	6 months

Yes, if:

Feature	Police Clearance	NBI Clearance
Issuer	PNP	NBI
Coverage	Police records	Court records
Validity	6 months	1 year
Use	Local jobs	Abroad

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Requirements:

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Field	Example
Name	Juan Dela Cruz
Status	No Record
QR Code	Yes
Station	QCPD

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