If you are planning to study, work, or settle abroad, a police clearance certificate (PCC) will often be required to verify your criminal record status.
However, in many cases, obtaining a PCC is not enough: you also need to get the document apostilled to ensure its legal acceptance in foreign countries.
At RealScan Biometrics, we provide end-to-end apostille services for PCC, simplifying your international documentation process.
An apostille is a government-issued certificate that authenticates the signature and seal of a public document such as a police clearance certificate. It is used in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention of 1961. Once apostilled, your PCC is recognized as legally valid in all member countries without the need for further attestation.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India is the central authority responsible for apostilling documents, including PCCs.
An apostille is required in the following situations:
If you are submitting your PCC to countries like Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Australia, South Korea, or New Zealand, an apostille is mandatory.
While a police clearance certificate confirms you do not have a criminal background, it must be legally recognized in the receiving country. The apostille proves that your PCC is genuine and issued by an authorized body in India. Without an apostille, many embassies and immigration authorities may reject your documentation.
At RealScan Biometrics, we specialize in professional apostille services for PCC, offering:
We help you collect, verify, and prepare your PCC for submission. If you haven’t yet obtained your PCC, we also provide assistance in applying for and receiving one from the police or relevant authority.
Your PCC is submitted to the MEA through authorized agencies. Once apostilled, it carries a unique identification number and is accepted across all Hague Convention countries.
For some countries, additional translation into the native language or notary attestation may be required. We can arrange certified translations and notarizations for a smooth process.
We provide regular updates on your document status and notify you when your apostilled PCC is ready.
We offer doorstep document collection and delivery for your convenience, especially for clients based outside Delhi.
To initiate the apostille process, you need the following:
The time taken for apostille depends on the issuing authority of the PCC and the MEA processing timeline. Most of the time, it takes:
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If you are planning to submit your PCC abroad and need it apostilled, RealScan Biometrics can help you navigate the process seamlessly.
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