What You Need for Police Clearance

Quick answer

For police clearance, you need a copy of your passport, proof of address and a fee of ৳500 (treasury challan code 1-2201-0001-2681). For the current online application and payment method, check pcc.police.gov.bd. Government fees and rules change from time to time. Please verify with the official website before making a final decision.

Who can apply

Bangladeshis who need police clearance for a job/study/visa abroad.

Documents required

Copy of passport
Proof of residence matching the address on the passport
Proof of payment of the ৳500 fee (challan/online)

Steps

Open an account at pcc.police.gov.bd and apply
Upload the documents and pay the fee
Cooperate with the police verification
Collect the certificate online

Processing time: Depends on police verification.

Common mistakes

Mismatch between the passport address and the current address
Overwriting or cutting the challan code

Official source

FAQ

In which language is the certificate issued?

The police clearance certificate is issued in English.

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