Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) Guide for Indians in Canada - BLS India Canada
Complete guide for Indian citizens in Canada to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) through BLS India Canada. Step-by-step process, required documents, fees, and expert assistance.
Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is not a Passport service. It is a distinct miscellaneous service rendered on behalf of Police authorities in India through BLS India Canada centers across the country.
If you're an Indian citizen living in Canada and need a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)—whether it's for immigration, employment, permanent residency, or other legal purposes—you're not alone. The PCC is an essential document that certifies you have no criminal background during your stay in India. The process to obtain one while living abroad is straightforward, although it might seem overwhelming at first.
Required Documents for PCC Application
- Online Application Form (Fill online at Passport India portal)
- Indian Passport First and Last Page (Clear copies)
- Status in Canada (Study permit/Work permit/Visitor Status)
- In-case of expired permit, attach the extension letter
- Marriage Certificate (Additional / Optional document - If Married)
- Attach only if your passport does not contain your spouse name
- Indian address proof (Indian driver license/aadhar card/voter id/any relative address proof with declaration)
- In-case your Indian address matches with your last page of your Indian passport then no separate Indian address proof is required
- Canadian address Proof (Driving License//Government Issued Photo ID/Utility Bill)
- Passport-size Photographs (2x2 inches)
- Two recent photographs with white background
- One photograph pasted on application form
- Size: 51mm x 51mm
- Dark colored clothing recommended
- Eyes open, shoulders visible
- Application Fees and Checklist
- Download official checklist from BLS India Canada
- Fees vary by application type
How to Fill the Online Application Form
Visit Passport India Portal
Go to the official Passport India website and create an account
Select PCC Application
Choose 'Police Clearance Certificate' from the services menu
Fill Personal Details
Enter your personal information, passport details, and addresses
Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of required documents
Review and Submit
Review all information and submit the application
Print Application
Print the completed application form for submission
PCC Application Fees
- 1For Postal Applications: The fee is $38.70 and must be paid via Bank Draft or Money Order, payable to BLS International Services Canada Inc.
- 2For Walk-in Applications: The fee can be paid by Cash or Debit Card at the service counter.
Document Checklist
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a PCC valid?
Can I apply for PCC if I've never lived in India?
What if my Indian address has changed?
Can someone else submit my application?
What if my PCC application is rejected?
Do I need PCC for each state I lived in India?
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Postal Application
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Written by IndiaHelpDesk Team
Immigration Specialists