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Switzerland - Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate

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ProcedureEdit

A. Apply online (for citizens). - Switzerland Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate 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 “Start with order” tab at the bottom to reach next page.
  3. This page provides information about the process, so, read this and hit “data collection” to get next page,
  4. In the next page user has to complete the page prompt and hit the respective tab to complete the form. After paying the amount, take printout of the application, sign it, send it with required documents to..
  5. Federal Office of Justice – Criminal Records,
    Bundesrain 20, CH-3003 Berne, Scweiz/Suisse/Svizzera.
    Tel. +41 58 465 01 98
  6. Please follow the guidelines of the authority to process further.


B. Order with the SuisseID.

  1. In order to apply, applicant has to reach the online portal: link
  2. In the given page, please hit “Continue to order with SuisseID” tab at the bottom to reach next page.
  3. This page provides information about the process, so, read this and hit “data collection” to get next page,
  4. In the next page user has to login and follow the page prompt for “Personal details and addresses”, “ Order & Payment Details” and “ Save & complete”
  5. This request will be processed further.


Applying process in Switzerland for citizen and non citizen.

A. Apply in person.
  1. Applicant shall apply for Police Clearance Certificate in person with any “post office counter”.
  2. Link for contact: link
  3. Go to the respective office. Application forms can be obtained from the office on visit. 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 in Switzerland & overseas for citizen & non citizen.

A. Apply through mail(post).
  1. Applicant has to apply with the “Schweizerisches Strafregister (criminal record)” office to obtain the PCC through mail(post).
  2. Once the application is filled in, please attach the completed application, required document and fee paid details.
  3. Mail(post) these set of documents to:
    Federal Office of Justice – Criminal Records,
    Bundesrain 20, CH-3003 Berne, Scweiz/Suisse/Svizzera.
    Tel. +41 58 465 01 98
  4. This application received will be processed by respective department. The certificate will be delivered to the applicant as per norms.
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Required DocumentsEdit

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 Switzerland .
  • A copy of your permit of stay in Switzerland, 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).


Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Federal Office of Justice – Criminal Records,
Bundesrain 20, CH-3003 Berne, Scweiz/Suisse/Svizzera.
Tel. +41 58 465 01 98

Contact link : link


EligibilityEdit

  • 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.


FeesEdit

  • CHF 20 (Swiss franc).
  • Fee/charge varies for case to case. Updated fee requirement will be provided by respective authorities while applying.


ValidityEdit

Validity norms vary from country to country.


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Processing TimeEdit

  • 10 days.
  • Same day for online mode.
  • Processing time varies with respect to the country from where applied.


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InstructionsEdit

You may obtain a police clearance online or through the post office.



Required InformationEdit

  • Your full name
  • Your date and place of birth
  • Your current residential addresses
  • The purpose of the request



Need for the DocumentEdit

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.



Information which might helpEdit

Register of Convictions

Your name will appear on the register if:

  • You have committed and been convicted of an offence in Switzerland.
  • You are a swiss citizen who have been convicted abroad.
  • You have a pending criminal proceeding for felony or misdemeanour in Switzerland.



Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

You may need a criminal record certificate in applying for the following:

  • A job
  • Firearms licence.
  • Swiss citizenship



External LinksEdit

  • Criminal Record Certificate
https://www.ch.ch/en/criminal-record-certificate
  • Federal Office of Justice
http://www.ejpd.admin.ch/content/ejpd/en/home/themen/staat_und_buerger/ref_strafregister.html
  • Frequently Asked Questions on Swiss Criminal Records
http://www.ejpd.admin.ch/content/dam/data/staat_buerger/strafregister/faq-strafregister-e.pdf



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