What is the full form of PCC?
The PCC full form is the Police Clearance Certificate. PCCs are typically provided to Indian passport holders looking for permanent residency, long-term visas, immigration, or international employment. It is a legal document issued by a government agency or police department confirming that the applicant has no criminal history.
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Those traveling abroad for tourism are not required to obtain this certificate. Since it takes roughly a week to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate, the process should be initiated as soon as possible.
Eligibility requirements for PCC
To be eligible for the PCC, a person must have a
- Address proof
- Indian passport
- The applicant’s current address must match the one listed on his or her passport and other official documents.
Application procedure for PCC in India
Online Form Submission is one of the numerous methods available in India to obtain the PCC. The required steps for this procedure are,
- Register via the online Passport Seva portal. On the home page, click on the “Register Now” option.
- Log into the Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login Id provided in the previous step.
- Click the “PCC Application” button.
- Complete and submit the required information.
- You must now pay for the appointment online. Then, click “Print Application Receipt” to print a receipt with the ARN (Application Reference Number) or Appointment Number.
Visit the specified PSK (Passport Seva Kendra) or RPO (Regional Passport Office) with your original supporting documentation.
