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Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) UAE | Good Conduct Certificate Attestation

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A UAE Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), also known as a Good Conduct Certificate or Criminal Clearance Certificate, is an official document confirming that an individual has no criminal record in the United Arab Emirates. It is issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI) or by emirate-level police authorities such as Dubai Police, Abu Dhabi Police, or Sharjah Police, depending on where the applicant previously lived or held residency. GloboPrime handles UAE Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) applications, MOFA attestation, certified translation, and secure delivery for both residents and ex-residents across all Emirates & internationally.

What is a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) / Good Conduct Certificate?

A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) also known as a Good Conduct Certificate, Criminal Clearance Certificate, or Certificate of Good Conduct — is an official UAE government document certifying that the holder has no criminal record in the United Arab Emirates. It is issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI) or emirate-level police authorities (Dubai Police, Abu Dhabi Police, etc.).

Why You Need a PCC	Details
Immigration / Visa	Required for permanent residency, work visas, or citizenship applications in other countries
Employment	Many international employers require background verification
Higher Education	Universities abroad may require PCC for admission
Business Setup	Required for company registration or licensing in some jurisdictions
Family Visa / Sponsorship	Some countries require PCC for family reunification visas
Professional Licensing	Medical, legal, and teaching professionals often need PCC

Who Can Apply for a PCC in UAE?

Applicant Type	Eligible?	How to Apply
🇦🇪 UAE Citizens	Yes	MOI App, Dubai Police, Abu Dhabi Police
UAE Residents (Valid Visa)	Yes	MOI App, Dubai Police, Abu Dhabi Police — using Emirates ID
Ex-Residents (Abroad)	Yes	MOI website + fingerprint card attested by UAE Embassy
GCC Nationals	Yes	MOI — fingerprinting required
Visitors	Yes	MOI — must have passport recorded in system + fingerprinting

Required Documents for PCC Application

Applicants Inside the UAE

#	Document	Notes
1	Emirates ID Number	Valid or expired Emirates ID accepted — enter the number in application form
2	Email Address	Certificate delivered to this email

That’s it for current residents applying online. No passport copy or photo upload needed your data is already in the system via Emirates ID.

Applicants Outside the UAE (Ex-Residents)

#	Document	Notes
1	Personal Photo	Passport-size, recent, colour, white background
2	Passport Copy	Bio-data page with personal details
3	Copy of Previous Residence Visa	Previous UAE visa or residency stamp page
4	Fingerprint Card (if no Emirates ID)	Ten-print fingerprint card certified by UAE Embassy in your country

Most Common Rejection Reason: Fingerprint card NOT attested by the UAE Embassy. If you’re applying from abroad without an Emirates ID, your fingerprint card MUST be certified by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in your country.

Police Clearance Certificate Fees — All Emirates (2026)

MOI (Ministry of Interior) — Applies to All Emirates

Fee Type	Amount (AED)
PCC for use inside UAE	AED 50
PCC for use outside UAE	AED 100
Fingerprinting fee (visitors/GCC without Emirates ID)	AED 50
MOFA attestation (for international use)	AED 300

Dubai Police Fees

Applicant Type	Service Fee	Knowledge + Innovation	In-Person Surcharge	Total (Online)	Total (In-Person)
UAE Citizen	AED 100	AED 20	AED 100	AED 120	AED 220
UAE Resident	AED 200	AED 20	AED 100	AED 220	AED 320
From Outside UAE	AED 300 / $88	AED 20	AED 100	AED 320	AED 420

Knowledge fees: AED 10. Innovation fees: AED 10. Combined: AED 20. In-person fee only applies at police stations — waived for online/app applications. Fees are non-refundable once paid.

Payment Methods Accepted (Dubai Police)

Method	Available?
Debit Card	Yes
Credit Card	Yes
Apple Pay	Yes
Cash (in-person only)	Yes — at service centres

Police Clearance Certificate in Abu Dhabi UAE

Police Clearance Certificate Abu Dhabi — Step-by-Step

The PCC Abu Dhabi (Good Conduct Certificate Abu Dhabi) is obtained through Abu Dhabi Police or the MOI portal. If you need a police clearance Abu Dhabi, you can apply for your police clearance certificate UAE online through any of these channels from home. You can also apply for your police clearance certificate Abu Dhabi online without visiting a CID office Abu Dhabi — the entire process is digital.

Prepare Documents — Emirates ID, passport, recent photo, previous PCC (if applicable)
Register on Abu Dhabi Police Website — Visit adpolice.gov.ae or download Abu Dhabi Police Smart App
Submit Application — Fill online form, upload documents, pay AED 300
Fingerprinting — Visit nearest Abu Dhabi Police station if required (first-time applicants)
Track Application — Use tracking number via Abu Dhabi Police portal
Receive PCC — Download online or receive via email. Physical collection available.

Processing Time: 2–3 business days.

PCC via MOI UAE App — All Emirates (Recommended)

The Ministry of Interior (MOI) PCC covers ALL Emirates in one certificate — no need for separate emirate applications.

Download MOI UAE App — Available on iOS and Android
Login with UAE Pass — Or create account with UAE residency credentials
Navigate to PCC — Services → “Issuance of Clear Criminal Record Certificate”
Select Usage — Inside UAE (AED 50) or Outside UAE (AED 100). Choose correctly — fees and attestation differ!
Fill Application — Full name, passport number, visa details, contact info. Must match official documents exactly.
Upload Documents — Photo, passport copy, visa copy. Additional: fingerprint card if no Emirates ID.
Pay & Submit — Credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay
Receive PCC — Download from app or receive via email. Certificate issued in Arabic and English.

Processing Time: Varies — many residents report receiving their MOI PCC within hours of submission. However, cases requiring fingerprint verification or additional checks may take 2–3 working days.

Police Clearance Certificate Dubai – Step-by-Step via Dubai Police

The Dubai Police Clearance Certificate (also called Good Conduct Certificate Dubai) proves you have no criminal record within the UAE from a security and criminal perspective. It is presented to official authorities for work, study, immigration, licensing, or other uses. The certificate is valid for 3 months from the date of issuance.

Service Channels Where to Apply

Channel	Availability
Dubai Police App (iOS and Android)	24/7
Dubai Police Website (dubaipolice.gov.ae)	24/7
DubaiNow App	24/7
Smart Police Stations (SPS)	24/7
Police Stations (Al Qusais, Ports, Al Rashidiya, Jebel Ali)	7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Call Centre: 901	Working hours

How to Apply — Online Steps

Visit Dubai Police PCC Page — Go to dubaipolice.gov.ae → Services → Certificate Services → Police Clearance Certificate. Or open the Dubai Police app.
Login with UAE Pass — Or create an account with your personal details. You can apply through a valid or expired Emirates ID number.
Select User Type — Citizen / Resident inside UAE / Visitor / Outside the UAE
Enter Application Details — Emirates ID (valid or expired), email address, confirm email. Then select: Certificate Purpose (employment, immigration, education, etc.) and Requested Party.
Upload Documents (if outside UAE) — Personal photo, passport copy, copy of previous residence visa
Pay Fees Online — Debit card, credit card, or Apple Pay. Citizen: AED 120. Resident: AED 220. Outside UAE: AED 320. (Fees are non-refundable.)
Submit & Receive PCC — Certificate emailed or available for download. In-person collection also available at police stations.

Completion Time: Up to 5 working days (official Dubai Police timeline). Many online applications for current residents are processed faster.

Police Clearance Certificate Sharjah

Register: Sharjah Police website or Sharjah Police Smart App (Android/iOS)
Submit Application: Full name, residency status, reason for applying. Attach passport, visa, photo.
Pay Fees: Via secure online portal
Fingerprinting: Visit Sharjah police station if first-time applicant
Receive PCC: Email or physical collection. Processing: 2–5 working days.

Police Clearance Certificate Ajman

Item	Details
How to Apply	Ajman Police Smart App or Department of Digital Ajman portal (ajman.ae). Fingerprinting at Ajman CID office if required.
Documents	Valid passport + Emirates ID
Fee	AED 54
Processing	1 working day — fastest in UAE

How to Apply for UAE PCC from Outside UAE

Ex-residents living abroad can apply for a UAE Police Clearance Certificate remotely. Here’s the process:

Get Fingerprint Card — Visit your local police station. Request a fingerprint card with your biometric details.
Attest Fingerprint Card — Get the card attested by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in your country. This is mandatory.
Apply Online — Through MOI website (moi.gov.ae) or Dubai Police portal. Select “Outside UAE” option.
Upload Documents — Attested fingerprint card, passport (with old UAE visa), photo, previous Emirates ID (if available).
Pay Fees — AED 300–420 depending on portal. International payment methods accepted.
Receive PCC — Issued electronically, emailed to you. Processing: 2–5 working days.

Important: The UAE Embassy does NOT issue PCC certificates directly. They only attest fingerprint cards. The certificate itself must be applied for through MOI or Dubai Police online portals.

Police Clearance Certificate Attestation — MOFA & Embassy

If your PCC is for international use (immigration, foreign employment, overseas education), it requires attestation to be legally recognized abroad. This is called Police Clearance Certificate attestation or PCC attestation.

PCC Attestation Process (Standard)

Step	Authority	Cost	Time
1. Obtain PCC	MOI / Dubai Police / Abu Dhabi Police	AED 50–320	1–5 days
2. MOFA Attestation	UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFAIC)	AED 150–300	0–3 business days
3. Embassy Attestation	Embassy of destination country in UAE	Varies by country	1–7 days
4. Translation (if needed)	Certified legal translator	AED 100–250	1 day

💡 MOFA Attestation Fee: AED 153 for individual certificate attestation. AED 300 if bundled with PCC issuance through MOI.

Which Countries Require PCC Attestation?

Destination	MOFA Required?	Embassy Attestation?	Translation?
🇨🇦 Canada	Yes	Canada attestation	French if Quebec
🇦🇺 Australia	Yes	Australian attestation	No (English)
🇬🇧 UK	Yes	UK attestation	No (English)
🇺🇸 USA	Yes	US attestation	No (English)
🇮🇳 India	Yes	Indian attestation	No (English)
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia	Yes	Saudi attestation	Arabic included

PCC Validity & Expiry Rules (2026)

Issuing Authority	Official Validity	Practical Notes
MOI UAE	30 days (per Ministerial Decision No. 600/2024)	Some institutions accept up to 3 months — confirm with recipient
Dubai Police	3 months	Valid from date of issuance
For immigration	Varies by country	Most immigration authorities require PCC issued within 3–6 months

Don’t apply too early! If your PCC expires before your visa/immigration application is processed, you’ll need a new one. Apply 2–4 weeks before submission.

Dubai Police Service Centres for PCC Fingerprinting

If you don’t have an Emirates ID (or your fingerprints aren’t in the system), you must visit one of these Dubai Police CID service centres in person during working hours (7:30 AM – 10:00 PM).

Service Centre	Location
Al Qusais Police Station	Al Qusais, Dubai
Ports Police Station	Port Rashid area, Dubai
Al Rashidiya Police Station	Al Rashidiya, Dubai
Jebel Ali Police Station	Jebel Ali, Dubai

Obtaining PCC Through Embassies

Important Notice:

The UAE Embassy is not providing assistance with the facility to issue Police Clearance Certificates (PCC). The certificate can only be obtained by applying through the official websites of Dubai Police or the Ministry of Interior (MOI) UAE.

Country-Specific PCC Requirements for UAE Residents

Destination Country	PCC Source	Attestation Needed	Special Notes
🇨🇦 Canada	MOI or Dubai Police	MOFA + Canadian Embassy	Required for PR applications. Fingerprint-based verification.
🇦🇺 Australia	MOI or Dubai Police	MOFA + Australian Embassy	Required if lived in UAE 12+ months in last 10 years.
🇬🇧 UK	MOI	MOFA + UK Embassy	Required for settlement/work visas.
🇺🇸 USA	MOI or Dubai Police	MOFA + US Embassy	Used for immigration and federal verification.
🇮🇳 India	MOI or Dubai Police	MOFA + Indian Embassy	Required for OCI, govt jobs, legal use.
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia	MOI or Dubai Police	MOFA + Saudi Embassy	Required for work visa and iqama.
🇩🇪 Germany	MOI	MOFA + German Embassy	Translation often required.
🇫🇷 France	MOI	MOFA + French Embassy	French translation may be required.
🇳🇱 Netherlands	MOI	MOFA + Netherlands Embassy	Used for residency and employment.
🇵🇭 Philippines	MOI	MOFA + Philippine Embassy	Required for legal and civil use.
🇳🇴 Norway	MOI	MOFA + Norway Embassy	Used for immigration and work permits.
🇸🇪 Sweden	MOI	MOFA + Sweden Embassy	Translation may be required.
🇩🇰 Denmark	MOI	MOFA + Denmark Embassy	Required for legal residency cases.
🇮🇹 Italy	MOI	MOFA + Italian Embassy	Translation often required.

How GloboPrime Corporate Services Helps with UAE PCC

Document Collection: We securely collect your documents from your location in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any UAE emirate.
Application Assistance: Our expert team ensures your PCC application is accurately completed with all required details.
Attestation & Translation: We handle MOFA attestation, embassy legalization, and certified Arabic/English legal translation when required.
Status Updates: Stay informed with real-time updates throughout the entire PCC process.
Secure Delivery: Receive your Police Clearance Certificate safely at your preferred location anywhere in the UAE.

Need fast UAE PCC support?

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