Police Clearance Certificate Services | ICAC Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Berlin

A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is issued to Indian Passport holders if they have applied for residential status, employment or long-term visa, or immigration. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) may also be required by Indian passport holders if they are planning to stay for a long period in a foreign country.

Foreign Nationals can apply for Police Clearance Certificate for the period of employment or studies undertaken during their stay in India.

Note: Old passport shall be cancelled by the Embassy and cannot be used for travel once application for reissue is accepted.

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Follow the below steps in order to apply

Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
Fill the Govt of India's Online Passport Application Form, by following these steps:
1. Register through the Global Passport Seva Online Portal. Click Here to visit the Global Passport Seva Online Portal.
2. Login to the Global Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login ID created in the previous step.
3. Select "Apply for Police Clearance Certificate".
4. Fill in the required details in the application form and submit.
5. Click the "Print Application Form" link to print the application details.
Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.
Ensure that you have your all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter.
Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section.
Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online.

Note: For Postal Applications, follow step 1 and step 2, and then apply for postal application by loggin-in. Click here to log-in. Follow the step-by-step direction to prepare your postal package and send it to the correct Alankit ICAC as per your jurisdiction. Please ensure to attach your proof of payment in your postal package.

You can refer to the below Step-By-Step diagram to understand and follow the application process.

For Counter (Walk-in) Applications with Prior Appointment

For Postal Applications

Documents Checklist for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC):

For Indian Nationals:

Applicant signature who is above18 years is mandatory below the photograph on first page of the Form.
Self-attested photocopy of the first and last page of the Indian passport (personal information pages).
02 recent ICAO complaint photographs. ICAO Guidelines can be seen here
Self-attested photocopy of valid German Stay Permit (Aufenthaltstitel/Visa/Personal Ausweis).
Self-attested photocopy of Proof of Current address in Germany (City Registration/ Meldebesatigung / Anmeldung / personalausweis).
Submission of valid Indian address proof is mandatory if current Indian address is different from Passport
The applicant must bring one passport-size photo with them, and all documents must be self-attested.
Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

For Foreign Nationals:

Typed Request letter mentioning the your Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Father's name and purpose of application along with exact period ( date and year ) of stay in India.
Self attested copy of visa of Germany (if applicable).
Self attested copies of passport.
Copies of Indian visa along with entry/exit immigration stamps.
Proof of registration with FRRO/ Hostel/University/Address of shared accommodation in India(At the time of stay in India) along with the educational certificates pursued in India.
Proof of the payment of the applicable fee (if made through Bank Transfer).
TThe applicant must bring one passport-size photo with them, and all documents must be self-attested.
Enclose the filled Checklist. Click here to download.
Enclose the Applicant Consent Form.Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Note: Please bring all the required original documents for verification.

Fees Details

Note: If fingerprint or facial biometrics, or both, are not required for the selected service, the corresponding biometric charges for these services will be deducted from the total fees payable by the applicant.

Service	Passport Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Total Fee
Police Clearance Certificate	EUR 20.00	EUR 2.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 26.53

To ensure safe and timely return of documents, courier service is the standard mode of delivery for all applications submitted to Alankit ICAC’s.

Courier Charges

€14 – Within Province
€21 – Outside Province

Bank Transfer Charges

An additional €0.50 applies for payments made via bank transfer, to cover transaction fees.

Disclaimer: The Indian Embassy and Consulates in Germany reserve the right to update fees in accordance with directives from the Indian Government, without prior notice. While efforts are made to publish the latest and correct fees, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay the difference, even after submitting their applications.

FAQ's for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

Who can apply for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)?

PCC can be issued to Indian nationals who are seeking residential status, employment or long-term visa, or immigration. However, a PCC is not required for Indian tourists who travel to other countries for tourist purposes.
Foreign Nationals can apply for Police Clearance Certificate for the period of employment or studies undertaken during their stay in India.

In which language will the PCC be issued?

Police Clearance Certificate will be issued only in English.

What are the eligibility conditions to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate?
- To obtain a Police Clearance Certificate, you must possess a valid Indian passport and proof of address. Your current address must match the address mentioned on your passport and other documents. If there is any change, it is required to submit supporting documents for the new address.
- Foreign nationals, must possess a valid passport, submit an address proof (Meldebescheinigung) and also specify the period for which they require the PCC and submit a proof of their stay in India during this period.
How much time does it take to receive a PCC, after submission of the application at Alankit ICAC?
- It depends on when the clearance is received from the concerned police authorities in India.
Is there an age limit for procuring a Police Clearance Certificate?
- No, there is no age limit to avail a Police Clearance Certificate.
Can I apply for PCC if my passport is expired?
- No, as PCC is issued only on valid passport. It is required to have a passport with at least 6 months validity.
- Foreign nationals require only to fulfil the eligibility conditions as mentioned in Q.No.3
What is the process if adverse police report has been given by Police authorities?
- Sometimes Adverse Report is received on the basis of incorrect address, gender, parents name and wife’s name. Applicants are therefore advised that please check the following personal particulars before filling the application:
  - Correct address and someone is residing on that place
  - Correct gender
  - Correct Parents’ name as per passport
  - Correct Spouse's name as per passport
- Please Note: Embassy / Consulate cannot issue PCC if police report is adverse. The applicant will need to directly contact the police authorities in India to get the PCC cleared.
Am I required to select a police station in India while filling up the online application?
- Yes
How do I select correct police station while filling up PCC application?
- This information needs to be provided by the applicant. Suggested sources are checking on the internet, police websites of the concerned district or verifying through your contacts.
Can minor citizens apply for a Police Clearance Certificate?
- A Police Clearance Certificate can be issued to minors only if it required by a foreign government.
Can I apply for a Police Clearance Certificate more than once?
- Yes, depending purpose and country for which PCC is going to be used. It may be possible to apply for the same purpose in different countries or in the same country for different purposes.
Can my Police Clearance Certificate be apostilled by the Embassy / Consulate?
- No, The Embassy of India / Consulate Gerneral of India in Germany cannot apostille the Police clearance Certificate issued by the Embassy / Consulate.
Can I track the status of my application on the Indian Government's portal?
- Yes, you can track the status of your PCC application on Indian Governmtent's portal (Passport Seva at Indian Embassies and Consulates). Click Here to access the portal.1
What is the procedure for applying for PCC?
- Refer to "How to Apply" section for details on the procedure to apply for a PCC.
How do I make the payment for PCC?
- You can pay at Alankit ICAC in cash or using your debit card/ credit card. Please refer to "Fees Details" section to your the exact fees you have to pay.

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