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How to get a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in India for a Gulf visa
Apply for the PCC on the Passport Seva portal (passportindia.gov.in) with your Indian passport and address proof. The published fee is ₹500. Fill the PCC form, pay online, book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra and attend with original documents. Many Gulf visa processes ask for a PCC, so confirm with your employer which one they need.
How do I get a Police Clearance Certificate in India for a Gulf work visa?
Apply for the PCC on the Passport Seva portal (passportindia.gov.in) with your Indian passport and address proof. The published fee is ₹500. Fill the PCC form, pay online, book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra and attend with original documents. Many Gulf visa processes ask for a PCC, so confirm with your employer which one they need.
Steps to apply
- Register or log in on the Passport Seva portal (passportindia.gov.in), the same system used for passports.
- Choose Police Clearance Certificate from the list of services.
- Fill the PCC application form online, or upload the offline e-form the portal generates, stating the purpose and the country the certificate is for.
- Pay the fee online and book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK).
- Attend with your original documents. The application is processed in the same token-based flow as a passport application.
Who can apply and what you need
An applicant must hold an Indian passport and valid address proof. Carry your original passport and the documents listed on the portal for your application. Requirements can change, so use the checklist shown on the portal when you book.
Fee
The Passport Seva fee page lists the fee for a Police Clearance Certificate as ₹500. Check the fee page on the portal before you pay, because fees can be revised.
Other documents to prepare for a Gulf job
- If your passport is ECR and you are going to an ECR country for work, you will need emigration clearance, applied for through the eMigrate portal.
- For Gulf countries you will also need the GAMCA/Wafid medical; here is how to check your report.
- Keep your passport valid for at least six months, which the Ministry lists as a requirement for emigration clearance.
- Read the full sequence in how to get a job abroad from India.
Before you apply: confirm what the employer needs
Visa rules differ by country and by employer. Ask your employer or recruiter which certificate they need, whether it must be attested, and how recent it must be, so you do not apply twice.
Official sources
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Information only, not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for a Police Clearance Certificate in India?
The Passport Seva fee page lists ₹500 for a Police Clearance Certificate. Confirm on the portal before paying.
Where do I apply for a PCC?
On the Passport Seva portal (passportindia.gov.in), followed by an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra.
Do I need an Indian passport to apply?
Yes. The Passport Seva PCC service is for applicants who hold an Indian passport and valid address proof.