Peru - Obtain Police Clearance Certificate (Police Certificate, Certificado de Antecedentes Policiales)

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Procedure

a. Apply online - Peru Obtain Police Clearance Certificate (Police Certificate, Certificado de Antecedentes Policiales) Online with Images

1. In order to apply for PCC online, applicant has to reach the online portal: link
2. In the given page, please hit “New procedure” tab to go to the next page.
3. Here, please hit “To Accept” tab at the bottom after reading the information provided.
4. Again hit “To accept” tab after checking the box appropriately to reach next page.
5. Please follow the screen prompt to apply for the PCC online.
6. This online application will be processed by the respective department to issue the certificate as per applicable norms.

Applying process in Peru for citizen and non citizen.

a. Apply in-person

1. Applicant shall apply in person at “Sede Central de la División Central de Identificación (Headquarters of the Central Identification Division)”.
2. Address :
   Sede Central de la División,
   Central de
   Identificación Policial de la Dirección de
   Criminalística PNP Avenida Aramburú 550,
   Surquillo, Lima. Phone 222 7364
3. Applicant shall go to the respective office. Don’t forget to take the required copy of documents along with originals to the office.
4. Please follow as per authorities guidelines and submit the completed application along with documents. Applicant should pay for any charges if required as advised.
5. This application will be processed by respective department.
6. The certificate can be collected from the office where applicant applied in-person upon notification or issued as per norms.

Applying process – overseas for citizen and non citizen

A. Apply through embassy or consulate in-person

1. Applicant can apply at their nearest embassy or consulate in person.
   
2. Link for contact : link
3. Application form can be obtained from the embassy. Call the office and fix appointment for personal visit. Also find out the details for this procedure.
4. On the scheduled date, go to the office with all the document in original and in copy. Please follow as per officer guidelines to process your application.
5. This application will be processed by the respective department. The completed certificates are forwarded to the concern.
6. Applicant shall collect the certificate with the respective office upon notification or can get it delivered as per norms applicable.

B. Apply through representative

1. Applicant shall apply through a representative on their behalf at the “Sede Central de la División Central de Identificación (Headquarters of the Central Identification Division)”.
   
2. Address :
   Sede Central de la División, Central de
   Identificación Policial de la Dirección de
   Criminalística PNP Avenida Aramburú 550,
   Surquillo, Lima. Phone 222 7364
3. The mandated person should be entrusted with the written authorization.
4. Representative should go to the respective office. Don’t forget to take the required copy of documents along with originals to the office.
5. Please follow as per authorities guidelines and submit the completed application along with documents. #Representative should pay for any charges if required as advised.
6. This application will be processed by respective department.
7. The certificate can be collected from the office where applicant applied in-person upon notification or issued as per norms.

Note:

Representative should carry the following while applying.

• written authorization
• ID card or passport.

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Required Documents

Country specific

• Valid identity document (identity card, passport, driving license).
• Valid passport.
• Citizen proof/Document of National Identity (DNI).

Foreign national

• A copy of your passport while living in Peru.
• A copy of your permit of stay in Peru, passport number and place of issue as well.
• Proofs of legal stay (copy of passport held during the said period with respective stamp and seal).

In general

• Application form
• Valid citizen proof with photo (respective ID’s issued by respective nation).
• Email ID (useful to communicate issues with respect to your application)
• A self-addressed envelope with or without stamps (as required).
• Valid contact number (applicant can be communicated)
• Passport-size photos.
• Birth certificate (as per requirement).
• Written authorization

Office Locations & Contacts

Sede Central de la División, Central de
Identificación Policial de la Dirección de
Criminalística PNP Avenida Aramburú 550,
Surquillo, Lima. Phone 222 7364
Contact details: link AND Google locator

Eligibility

• Applicant with valid passport and a valid address proof.
• Age: 16 years and above. In case of minors, the application must be submitted by the parent exercising parental authority, if the minor has not turned 16 years.
• The current address of the applicant must be same as in the passport and other supporting documents.
• Applicants who are in need of residential status, employment or long term visa or for immigration to a foreign nation.

Fees

Fee/charge varies for case to case. Updated fee requirement will be provided by respective authorities while applying.

Validity

Validity norms vary from country to country.

Documents to Use

Police clearance certificate for use abroad, in the country to travel abroad.

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

Processing time varies with respect to the country from where applied.

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Instructions

Police clearance (Good Conduct) Certificate is an important document which serves as a proof that the person has no criminal record or previously involved in criminal, breach of trust cases or violation of law both in his home country and during his residence in Peru. Both locals and expats are supposed to obtain this certificate.

Conditions and Instructions:

• All compulsory fields should be filled in.
• Make sure all entered information is correct.
• Make sure all required documents are provided.

Local Requests

• Police certificates are available from the Polica Nacional del Per (PNP) at the local police stations. *Peruvian citizens must present proof of payment from the Banco de la Nacin and their original DNI with two copies.Non-Peruvian applicants must provide their Carnet de Extranjera number.
• Penal certificates may be obtained at Registro Nacional de Condenas

Non-Resident Requests

• Applications must include a set of fingerprints taken by a recognized police authority of the applicants country of residence.
• Police certificates may be obtained by contacting the nearest Peruvian embassy or consulate or by writing to Polica de Investigaciones del Per (PIP)
• Alternatively, family members or friends residing in Peru may request police certificates on behalf of an applicant.

Required Information

The applicant must provide a full set of his/her fingerprints, preferably taken at their nearest police station. The applicants full name, surname, date of birth, place of birth and identity number must also be recorded on the fingerprint form. A copy of the applicants identity document or passport must accompany the application. The applicant must present their identity document at the police station, as proof of identity will be required.

Need for the Document

A police certificate is an official document issued by police or government agency of a country to enumerate any criminal records that the applicant may or may not have. Criminal records may include arrest, conviction, and possibly criminal proceedings.

Police certificate is also known as good citizen certificate, good conduct certificate, police clearance certificate, or judicial record extracts. Applicants may have to submit fingerprints and certain personal information to request a criminal record check, and the police or government agency may charge a fee. If no record found, the police certificate will indicate such.

Information which might help

Information on how to obtain police certificates:

At local police stations or Direccin Nacional de :Criminalstica de la Polica Nacional del Per (PNP)

Av. Aramburu 550

San Isidro, Peru

Information on how to obtain penal certificates:

Registro Nacional de Condenas del Poder Judicial del Peru

Av. Paseo de la Republica S/N

Lima 1, Peru

Judicial certificates may be obtained at:

Instituto Nacional Penitenciario

Jr. Carabaya 456

Lima 1, Peru

Non-Resident Requests

Police, Judicial and Penal certificates may be obtained by contacting the nearest Peruvian embassy or consulate or by contacting the authorities indicated above.

Alternatively, family members or friends residing in Peru may request the required certificates on behalf of an applicant.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Police of Peru

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru

Others

• Relevant document: Certificado de Antecedentes Policiales.
• Residents: Apply in person providing documentation to the address above.
• Non-residents: You can authorise a friend or relative in Peru to apply on your behalf with the necessary forms and documentation.
• You must have the information you are providing stamped and legalised by the Peruvian Consulate in your country of residence.
• If you do not have any relatives or friends in Peru you can request a certificate through the Peruvian consulate in your country of residence.
• Fee: payable.