PCC Apostille in United Arab Emirates
Immigration officials and overseas employers treat unverified documents with a lot of suspicion — and a PCC is one document they will not take chances with. Police Clearance Certificate Apostille United Arab Emirates puts the Government of India official confirmation on the document, making it credible for international use.
For anyone going through overseas employment, immigration programs, or a long-term residence permit process — this is not a step that can be skipped or worked around. Foreign immigration departments expect the apostille. Without it, the PCC does not even enter the process.
Step-by-Step Process
Processing & Fees
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for PCC online?
Is PCC apostille the same as PCC attestation?
How long is a PCC valid for immigration purposes?
Can I get PCC apostille without visiting Delhi?
How do I apply for PCC apply online through Passport Seva?
existing passport credentials, select the PCC service, fill the form, pay the fee, and book a PSK appointment
How long does PCC Apostille take in United Arab Emirates?
A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) confirms you have no criminal record in India, and most immigration authorities abroad require it to be either apostilled (for Hague Convention countries like Canada, Germany, and most of Europe) or attested (for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Oman) before they’ll accept it. This page covers both — how to get your PCC in the first place, and how to get it apostilled or attested afterward.
\nStep 1: Apply for your PCC (Passport Seva)
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- Log in to the Passport Seva portal with your existing passport credentials \n
- Select “Apply for Police Clearance Certificate” from the services menu \n
- Fill the PCC application form and pay the fee online \n
- Book an appointment at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Passport Office \n
- Visit with your original passport; PCC is typically issued the same day or within a few working days for most applicants \n
Step 2: Get your PCC apostilled or attested
\nOnce issued, the PCC needs a second layer of authentication before it’s valid abroad:
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- Apostille (Canada, Germany, and 120+ Hague countries) — a single MEA apostille sticker \n
- Attestation (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman) — MEA attestation followed by the destination country’s embassy stamp \n
We handle pickup, MEA submission, and embassy/apostille processing so you don’t need to visit government offices in person.
\nTypical turnaround: 3-7 working days for apostille; 7-12 working days for embassy attestation, depending on destination.
\nWho needs PCC apostille or attestation
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- Skilled-worker and permanent-residency applicants for Canada, whose immigration file requires an apostilled PCC \n
- Long-term visa and residency renewal applicants in the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Oman \n
- Anyone applying for immigration, study, or work programs abroad that specifically request police clearance as part of the background verification stage \n
Why choose Pro Attestation for PCC apostille and attestation
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- We understand the Passport Seva process end to end, so we can flag issues with your underlying PCC application before it delays the apostille/attestation stage \n
- Combined handling of the PCC apostille and any accompanying consent letter or affidavit — common companion documents for minor or under-a-different-name applications \n
- Faster turnaround than typical DIY submission, since we manage MEA and embassy queues directly rather than a first-come walk-in process \n
- Clear guidance on which route (apostille vs attestation) your specific destination country needs, since PCC alone doesn’t tell you that — the destination does \n