Whether you’re applying for immigration, employment abroad, or residency in the UAE, a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is a crucial document used to prove that you have no criminal record. But to make it valid for use outside the country of issuance—or within the UAE when issued abroad—it must go through a process called attestation.
In this blog, we’ll explain what a PCC is, when and why it needs to be attested, and how you can get it done smoothly with professional help.
What is a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)?
A Police Clearance Certificate is an official document issued by a police department or government authority to confirm that the applicant has no criminal background during their stay in a particular country.
Common Uses of a PCC:
- Immigration or visa applications (Canada, Australia, UK, etc.)
- Employment abroad or in the UAE
- Residency visa processing
- University admissions or internships abroad
- Marriage or adoption procedures
Why PCC Attestation is Required
If your PCC was issued in a foreign country and you intend to use it in the UAE, it must be attested to confirm its authenticity and legal validity. Similarly, if you’re using a UAE-issued PCC abroad, you’ll need attestation from UAE authorities and foreign embassies.
Attestation of Police Clearance Certificate ensures that the document is genuine, verified, and accepted by government bodies, employers, or academic institutions in the destination country.
PCC Attestation Process (General Overview)
The attestation process depends on the country where the PCC was issued and where it will be used. Here’s a typical flow for a foreign-issued PCC to be used in the UAE:
1. Home Country Attestation
- Authentication by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or relevant authority in the issuing country.
2. UAE Embassy Attestation
- Legalization by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in that country.
3. MOFA Attestation in the UAE
- Final attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in the UAE.
For UAE-issued PCCs to be used abroad, the process is the reverse:
- MOFA attestation in UAE
- Attestation from the foreign embassy or consulate in the UAE
PCC Attestation for Specific Countries
- India: Notarization, MEA (Ministry of External Affairs), UAE Embassy in India, then MOFA UAE.
- Philippines: DFA authentication, UAE Embassy, MOFA UAE.
- Pakistan, UK, USA, Egypt, Nigeria – each has slightly different procedures but follows the general flow above.
How Long Does It Take?
The processing time varies by country and document condition but generally ranges between 5 to 12 working days. Express options may be available for urgent requests.
Why Use a Professional Attestation Service?
Attestation involves dealing with multiple government offices, embassies, and courier logistics. Errors or delays in submission can result in visa denials, job rejections, or missed deadlines.
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Use Cases for PCC Attestation
- Professionals applying for overseas jobs
- Students going abroad for higher studies
- Families sponsoring relatives
- Immigrants applying for PR or citizenship
- Companies hiring foreign staff in the UAE
Get Your PCC Attested the Right Way – Contact Best Attestation
Whether your PCC is from the UAE, India, UK, USA, or any other country, Best Attestation is here to make the attestation process quick, legal, and stress-free.
