Police clearance certificate (PCC)

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Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) Services

As part of a background check, a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) needs to be issued to verify that an individual does not possess any criminal records or is required by a court of law. It is important to have a PCC if one is applying for immigration, employment, higher studies or professional licensing.

Gulf Integrity professionally aids clients with obtaining PCCs within UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar. Individuals and businesses have been assisted since 2014 to streamline the process of obtaining documentation within time and without any complication.

Why Choose Gulf Integrity?

Extensive Experience
Assisting with official documentation for over a decade.
Expert Guidance
Knowledge regarding requirements from different institutions and countries.
Multilingual Support
Available in Arabic, English, and other languages extending support to fit diverse needs.
Speed and Efficiency
Fast-track processing along with dedicated follow-up.
Confidential Handling
Important personal information is only accessed and disclosed on a need to know basis.
Transparent Pricing
Clear fees for the services with no hidden charges.

Gulf Integrity’s PCC Services

Document Collection and Review

Providing assistance in document gathering such as proof of previous residence, copies of passport, fingerprints, and Emirates ID.

Application Preparation

Organizing and filling in the details of the PCC application to comply with local standards.  

Submission to Authorities

Liaising with police and embassy services, and other official GCC regional bodies.

Translation Services

If needed in another language, certified translations for PCCs are also provided.

Attestation and Authentication

Overseeing the attestation process if the PCC needs to be verified for overseas use. 

End-to-End Tracking and Support

Post issuance support is also available if needed along with regular updates regarding the status of your application.  

Who Needs a Police Clearance Certificate?
  • Students undertaking postgraduate studies overseas.  
  • International and sensitive industry job positions such as security, healthcare, and education.  
  • Individuals within the immigration and residency brackets who seek permanent residency, citizenship, or visa change.  
  • Foreign registrants and license holders of various professions.  
  • Business owners and investors relocating overseas.  
  • Single individuals or families wishing to adopt a child.  

If you wish to relocate, study, work, or do business globally, Gulf Integrity ensures that the PCC process is worry free.  

A Police Clearance Certificate application can seem simple. However, many applicants encounter issues such as:

  • Documentation Errors: Missing or incorrect documents can result in delays or denied applications.
  • Geographical Restrictions: Various agencies ask for different formats regarding time and unpacked documents.
  • Delays in Processing: A follow-up can speed up the process without one, the application takes much longer.
  • Communication Problems: Document translation done inaccurately can lead to suspicious misunderstandings.
  • Legalization: Some states require proof of validation which makes it longer to process these documents legally and less formally as well.

A PCC is required in order to enable an individual to show proof that a background check has been done on him so that he can show he has no past or ongoing legal issues and has no existing claims against him. This is very important because of the following reasons: 

  • Visa and Immigration Applications: Some countries like Canada, USA, Australia and countries in the European Union need documentation pertaining to PCC for immigration purposes.
  • Employment Purposes: Tends to request a PCC from candidates who are already employed in order to check if they possessed any questionable dealings which could harm the organization.
  • Acceptance in Universities: Most institutions abroad require PCCs for student enrollment.
  • Professional Licenses: Clean record is essential to obtaining licensure in healthcare, aviation and security fields and other sensitive industries.
  • Residency and Citizenship Applications: In some jurisdictions, authorities require Police Clearance Certificates before granting permanent residency or citizenship.
  • Adoption Procedures: PCCs are mandatory for individuals or couples adopting children, whether it be domestic or international adoption.

Obtaining a police clearance certificate (PCC) guarantees an individual's compliance to the law which is essential in numerous life events.