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Obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate from India
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Obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate from India
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If you need a Police Clearance Certificate from India, I can help you obtain it through the Consulate of India remotely, with no need for an in-person visit. The process is completely safe, transparent, and handled from start to finish.
Who can get the certificate
There are three categories of people who can apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from India:
1. Indian Citizens
2. Foreign Nationals who were previously Indian Citizens - seeking PCC for the period while they held an Indian passport/citizenship.
3. Foreign Nationals - seeking PCC for the period of their stay in India.
Who can get the certificate
There are three categories of people who can apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from India:
1. Indian Citizens
2. Foreign Nationals who were previously Indian Citizens - seeking PCC for the period while they held an Indian passport/citizenship.
3. Foreign Nationals - seeking PCC for the period of their stay in India.
How to obtain the Certificate through the consulate
1. For an Indian Citizen
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form, which must be filled out and submitted online — the applicant must complete this process personally from their own account on the portal.
2. Duly signed printout of the application form.
3. Valid Indian Passport (only self-attested copy). The applicant must enclose a copy of the observation page (if any) related to change of name, surname, etc.
4. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
7. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
8. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
1. For an Indian Citizen
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form, which must be filled out and submitted online — the applicant must complete this process personally from their own account on the portal.
2. Duly signed printout of the application form.
3. Valid Indian Passport (only self-attested copy). The applicant must enclose a copy of the observation page (if any) related to change of name, surname, etc.
4. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
- Driving license
- Photo ID issued by the provincial government
- Utility bills (Gas, Electricity, Water, or Landline Telephone Bill displaying the applicant’s address / House Lease Agreement). Phone bills and bank statements are not accepted as valid address proof.
- Expired PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit with a letter from IRCC stating that their application for permit renewal is under process. Fee receipts for visa/permit are not acceptable for the PCC process.
- Letter from CIC stating that the applicant’s application for renewal of PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit in Canada has been approved.
- Size – 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm)
- Background – plain white, without borders
- Clothes – dark-colored
- Eyes – open
7. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
8. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
2. For Foreign Nationals who were previously Indian citizens
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form must be downloaded from the Consulate’s website, printed, filled out, and signed by the applicant.
2. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
5. A cancelled old Indian Passport (only self-attested copy).
6. Surrender Certificate OR copy of OCI Card.
7. Photograph — one color photo is required to be submitted with the application:
8. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
9. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form must be downloaded from the Consulate’s website, printed, filled out, and signed by the applicant.
2. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
- Driving license
- Photo ID issued by the provincial government
- Utility bills (Gas, Electricity, Water, or Landline Telephone Bill displaying the applicant’s address / House Lease Agreement). Note: Phone bills and bank statements are not accepted as valid address proofs.
- Expired PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit with a letter from IRCC stating that the application for permit renewal is under process. Fee receipts for visa/permit are not acceptable for the PCC process.
- Letter from CIC stating that the applicant’s application for renewal of PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit in Canada has been approved.
5. A cancelled old Indian Passport (only self-attested copy).
6. Surrender Certificate OR copy of OCI Card.
7. Photograph — one color photo is required to be submitted with the application:
- Size: 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm)
- Background: plain white, without borders
- Clothes: dark-colored
- Eyes: open
8. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
9. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
3. For Foreign Nationals
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form must be downloaded from the Consulate’s website, printed, filled out, and signed by the applicant.
2. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
5. Passport used for travel/stay in India (only self-attested copy). The passport must contain immigration stamps (entry/exit) from India. Nepalese and Tibetan citizens do not need a passport for entry and exit in India.
6. Photograph — one color photo is required to be submitted with the application:
7. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
8. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
Processing Time
Minimum Processing Time: approximately 8 weeks.
Note: In cases where the applicant’s online Police Verification Report is not available, the issuance of the PCC may take longer. The Consulate will contact the applicant once the report is received and the PCC is ready to be issued.
Additional: Translation into English or French
To use the certificate in Canada, it will need to be translated into English or French. I can provide the translation as soon as the document is received. To determine the appropriate type of certification for the translation, I will need to know which Canadian organization you plan to submit the certificate to.
The following documents are required to submit your application:
1. The application form must be downloaded from the Consulate’s website, printed, filled out, and signed by the applicant.
2. Proof of Address — any one of the following documents (only self-attested copy):
- Driving license
- Photo ID issued by the provincial government
- Utility bills (Gas, Electricity, Water, or Landline Telephone Bill displaying the applicant’s address / House Lease Agreement). Note: Phone bills and bank statements are not accepted as valid address proofs.
- Expired PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit with a letter from IRCC stating that the application for permit renewal is under process. Fee receipts for visa/permit are not acceptable for the PCC process.
- Letter from CIC stating that the applicant’s application for renewal of PR card / Work Permit / Study Permit in Canada has been approved.
5. Passport used for travel/stay in India (only self-attested copy). The passport must contain immigration stamps (entry/exit) from India. Nepalese and Tibetan citizens do not need a passport for entry and exit in India.
6. Photograph — one color photo is required to be submitted with the application:
- Size: 2 inch x 2 inch (51 mm x 51 mm)
- Background: plain white, without borders
- Clothes: dark-colored
- Eyes: open
7. Prepaid envelope with the return address clearly indicated.
8. Payment of the consular fee: $37 CAD for the PCC service plus $1.70 CAD for the BLS service, to be paid by Money Order (bank draft) made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
IMPORTANT: The Consulate requires the documents to be attached to the application form in the above serial order.
Processing Time
Minimum Processing Time: approximately 8 weeks.
Note: In cases where the applicant’s online Police Verification Report is not available, the issuance of the PCC may take longer. The Consulate will contact the applicant once the report is received and the PCC is ready to be issued.
Additional: Translation into English or French
To use the certificate in Canada, it will need to be translated into English or French. I can provide the translation as soon as the document is received. To determine the appropriate type of certification for the translation, I will need to know which Canadian organization you plan to submit the certificate to.
At first glance, it seems simple: download the form, fill it out, and submit the documents to BLS.
But in reality, obtaining an Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is considered one of the most complex procedures.
Most clients who try to apply on their own encounter the following issues:
But in reality, obtaining an Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is considered one of the most complex procedures.
Most clients who try to apply on their own encounter the following issues:
What can go wrong when applying on your own
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- Incorrect applicant category.Indian PCC has three different application scenarios — for Indian citizens, former Indian citizens, and foreign nationals who have stayed in India.
Selecting the wrong category leads to automatic rejection of the application. - Incorrect document list.Each case requires a specific set of documents, and even one missing or extra copy can result in the package being returned.
It’s essential to know which documents are required for your category (OCI Card, Surrender Certificate, old passport, proof of address, etc.). - Wrong BLS office selection.Canada has three BLS offices (Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver), each serving its own region.
Sending documents to the wrong office will result in the package being returned.
BLS does not forward mail between offices. - Errors in self-attested copies.All copies must be personally certified by you.
Many applicants do not realize that they must write on each page:
“I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document”, and include the date and signature.
Without this, the document is considered invalid. - Payment errors.The fee must be paid strictly by Money Order, made payable to “BLS International Services Canada Inc.”
Incorrect recipient name, amount, or format will result in the package being rejected. - Long processing times.The Consulate explicitly states a minimum of 8 weeks.
However, if the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs does not have an online report of your verification, the process can take several months — and you won’t know until you actively check the status yourself. - Issues with subsequent use of the certificate.Even if you receive the PCC, Canadian authorities often require a certified translation with an official stamp, otherwise the document is not accepted.
All these nuances can lead to wasted time, returned documents, and missed immigration deadlines.
Why clients choose me
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I handle the entire PCC application process — from correctly selecting the applicant category to receiving the completed certificate.
- I have helped clients obtain Indian Police Clearance Certificates dozens of times and know the specific requirements for each of the three applicant categories.
- I prepare the exact list of documents for your case — no extra or missing papers.
- I determine the correct BLS office based on your place of residence (Toronto, Ottawa, or Vancouver).
- I provide templates for properly preparing self-attested copies so that no document is rejected.
- I manage the shipment and delivery of documents — no lost mail or returns.
- After receiving the PCC, I provide a certified translation into English or French that fully meets the requirements of IRCC, employers, and Canadian authorities.
💡 You save several months of time and avoid the common mistakes applicants make when handling the process on their own.
“Turnkey” service through me — example: if you are a Canadian citizen who was previously an Indian citizen
I handle the entire process remotely:
I handle the entire process remotely:
How the “turnkey” process works with me
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You will need to complete the application form that I will send you and sign it.
You will also need to make standard copies of the following documents:
- Canadian driver’s license, or Canadian photo ID, or Canadian utility bills in your name
- Valid Canadian passport
- A cancelled old Indian passport
- Surrender Certificate OR copy of OCI Card
- All these copies must be self-attested, meaning that on each page you must write: “I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document”, and include your signature and date.
You will need to provide one color photograph meeting the Consulate’s requirements.
Next, you will send me the original signed application, the photograph, and all self-attested copies using the printed shipping label that I will provide.
I will assemble the required document package and submit it to one of the three BLS offices (Toronto, Vancouver, or Ottawa) depending on your address, as each office covers a different region of Canada.
The Police Clearance Certificate from the Consulate will be sent to my address.
To use the certificate in Canada, it will need to be translated into English or French. I can provide the translation into either language.
I will then send you the certificate along with its translation (if required) via courier.
Cost and Timeline
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— My services for obtaining the certificate — $100, regardless of the number of documents.
— Consular fee — $38.70, plus a $10 bank charge. Processing time for the certificate by the Consulate: from 8 weeks.
— Translations from Indian languages — from $89 per page. Turnaround time: 1–3 days.
— Courier delivery costs from $25 per shipment, with a total of 4 shipments required (from you to me, from me to the Consulate and back, and from me to you). Each shipment takes 1–3 days.
A 13% tax will be added to the total amount.
— Consular fee — $38.70, plus a $10 bank charge. Processing time for the certificate by the Consulate: from 8 weeks.
— Translations from Indian languages — from $89 per page. Turnaround time: 1–3 days.
— Courier delivery costs from $25 per shipment, with a total of 4 shipments required (from you to me, from me to the Consulate and back, and from me to you). Each shipment takes 1–3 days.
A 13% tax will be added to the total amount.
Example of a Police Clearance Certificate obtained through a consulate of India in Toronto:
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* DISCLAIMER
I guarantee that all my work will be completed accurately and to the fullest extent possible, based solely on the official information available from government institutions and official websites. However, I do not and cannot guarantee the actions, timelines, or performance of third-party entities such as government offices (including those processing apostilles, authentication, and legalization, such as Global Affairs, Ontario Document Services, etc.), Canada Post, courier services, Chambre des notaires du Québec (CNQ), Barreau du Québec, embassies and consulates, notaries, and lawyers. I cannot be held responsible for delays, errors, or failures on their part.
The information and services described on this page do not constitute legal advice, legal services, or legal representation as defined under the Law Society Act of Ontario. I am not a licensed lawyer, paralegal, or notary, do not represent myself as such, and am not licensed by the Law Society of Ontario.
The information provided is compiled from official sources and presented strictly “as is.” The services offered here are limited to assisting clients with translation services, document collection, form preparation, and shipping coordination.
Clients are encouraged to consult a licensed legal professional (lawyer, paralegal, or notary) in their country, province or territory for any legal advice or representation.
By using the services described on this page, clients confirm their understanding and acceptance of these terms and agree to release the service provider (including any representatives, agents, heirs, or successors) from any legal liability related to the use of these services or the information presented herein.
I guarantee that all my work will be completed accurately and to the fullest extent possible, based solely on the official information available from government institutions and official websites. However, I do not and cannot guarantee the actions, timelines, or performance of third-party entities such as government offices (including those processing apostilles, authentication, and legalization, such as Global Affairs, Ontario Document Services, etc.), Canada Post, courier services, Chambre des notaires du Québec (CNQ), Barreau du Québec, embassies and consulates, notaries, and lawyers. I cannot be held responsible for delays, errors, or failures on their part.
The information and services described on this page do not constitute legal advice, legal services, or legal representation as defined under the Law Society Act of Ontario. I am not a licensed lawyer, paralegal, or notary, do not represent myself as such, and am not licensed by the Law Society of Ontario.
The information provided is compiled from official sources and presented strictly “as is.” The services offered here are limited to assisting clients with translation services, document collection, form preparation, and shipping coordination.
Clients are encouraged to consult a licensed legal professional (lawyer, paralegal, or notary) in their country, province or territory for any legal advice or representation.
By using the services described on this page, clients confirm their understanding and acceptance of these terms and agree to release the service provider (including any representatives, agents, heirs, or successors) from any legal liability related to the use of these services or the information presented herein.
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