Issued by the Criminal Evidence and Information Department (CEID), a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is an official document used as proof that the applicant doesn’t have any criminal record. In case they do, PCC provides all the necessary details that could be useful in many ways. In Qatar, the document is issued for those who have lived in the state for at least 6 months.
If you’ve heard of PCC or need the certificate but you’re not sure about the whole process of getting it, or what it really means – we’ve got you covered. Keep on reading and we’ll explain everything you need to know.
Table of contents
- The Purpose of a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Who Needs a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)?
- Documents Needed for Obtaining a PCC in Qatar
- PCC for expats (those who lived in Qatar for over six months and left)
- PCC for customs clearance, marriage, company establishment, or the license for an independent school
- PCC for Employment
- Applying for PCC from Outside of the Country
- Using the MeTrash2 App
The Purpose of a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
The PCC is proof of you not having any criminal record, or a copy of your criminal record. It’s important for employers to see your background before giving you a job, which is why most of them require the Certificate. For those thinking of immigrating to Qatar, this document is one of the most crucial ones to have. PCC serves as proof of any conviction, arrest, and criminal proceedings – or the lack of them.
Who Needs a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)?
Whether you’re planning on traveling abroad to study or work, planning on getting married, or you need it for immigration purposes, a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is a mandatory document for you as the applicant. The document is also a must-have for those establishing an organization, a company, veterans, licensees of independent schools, and more.
No matter whether you are an expat in Qatar or a Qatari, PCC is mandatory. The process of getting your PCC is relatively easy. One of the prerequisites of applying for PCC in Qatar is having your fingerprints recorded in the MOI system, as well as living in Qatar for at least 6 months. The process should be pretty simple with all the right documentation.
Documents Needed for Obtaining a PCC in Qatar
Applying for your PCC should be a simple task with the right documentation. If you’re not sure what documents are required for obtaining a PCC in Qatar, we’ve compiled a list of all the necessities for you.
In order to obtain your PCC in Qatar, you’ll need:
- A filled and completed Application Form
- A valid copy of your passport (current passport and old passport that was used while in Qatar)
- A valid copy of your residence permit
- Copy of the fingerprinted document certified or attested by the Qatar Embassy in your country
- Addresses of all the places you’ve resided in Qatar and the time period of your stay
- Copy of the Qatar ID
- A formal letter addressed to the Director / General of evidence and criminal information that shows the certificate’s purpose
- 2 passport size photographs (4×6 cm)
- If applicable, a letter from the company
- Home Country PCC attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Qatar (MOFA)
PCC for expats (those who lived in Qatar for over six months and left)
Those who have left Qatar but have previously lived there for over six months can obtain their PCC:
- by visiting Qatar and applying personally (make sure to have all the necessary documents first)
- by sending a representative with a power of attorney that states that the person is able to apply on your behalf (with all the necessary documents)
- by visiting your nearest Qatar Embassy (with all the necessary documents)
- by applying through mail or post to the CIED in Qatar (with all the necessary documents)
PCC for customs clearance, marriage, company establishment, or the license for an independent school
1. For those still living in Qatar
Qatari citizens who are getting married, exchanging companies, establishing a company, or are a veterinarian or a licensee of an independent school, need the following documents that will enable them to obtain their PCC:
- A filled and completed application form
- A valid copy of their ID
- 2 photographs (4×6 cm)
2. For those no longer living in Qatar
Qatari expats who are getting married, exchanging companies, establishing a company, or are a veterinarian or a licensee of an independent school, need the following documents that will enable them to obtain their PCC:
- A filled and completed application form
- A valid copy of their residence permit and a passport
- Full addresses of the places you have resigned in Qatar as well as the time period of the stay
- Original fingerprints documents certified by your country’s Embassy
- PCC from your country attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other concerned authorities
- Sponsor letter from the company
- 2 passport size photographs (4×6 cm)
PCC for Employment
1. For those still living in Qatar
Qatari citizens seeking employment will need the following documents in order to obtain their PCC:
- A filled and completed application form
- Copy of the ID Card
- An offer letter from the employer that is addressed to the Director of CEID
- Academic qualification certificate
- If applicable, the previous employer’s no objection letter
- 2 passport size photographs (4×6 cm)
2. For those no longer living in Qatar
Qatari expats seeking employment will need the following documents in order to obtain their PCC:
- A filled and completed application form
- An offer letter from the employer that is addressed to the Director of CEID
- A copy of the ID Card
- 2 passport size photographs (4×6 cm)
- PCC from your country attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other concerned authorities
- If applicable, the previous employer’s no objection letter
- Fee: X Qatari Riyals
Applying for PCC from Outside of the Country
If you’re no longer living in Qatar, but you’re thinking of applying for PCC, here are the requirements:
- An original document with the full set of fingerprints, attested by a competent government authority in the applicant’s country
- Copies of relevant pages of the applicant’s current passport, as well as the old passport used while in Qatar; make sure that you also have a residence permit, dates of first entry to the country, and the last exit from the country, as well as personal particulars
- 3 recent passport size photographs (4×6 cm)
- Letter explaining the purpose of the certificate
- Original Good Conduct Certificate from your local police authority attested by a competent government authority
- Processing fee in US Cash
Using the MeTrash2 App
Applying for PCC through Metrash2 App
To make the whole process even easier, the officials have made it possible for you to apply for your PCC using the Metrash2 App. Using the app is relatively simple, and here are the steps explaining how you can do so:
- Login to Metrash2 app
- Click on ‘General Services’ that can be found on the homepage, and then on ‘Police Clearance Certificate’
- Click on ‘Request Certificate’
- Fill in the data
- Click on ‘Next’ and upload all the necessary documents
- After ticking the ‘I agree on validity of data’, click ‘Next’
- Make the payement
- Submit your application
Checking the Status of your Police Clearance Certificate Qatar in Metrash2 App
Not only can you apply for your PCC using Metrash2, but you can also check the status of your Certificate! Here’s how to do so:
- Login to Metrash2 app
- Click on ‘General Services’ that can be found on the homepage, and then on ‘Police Clearance Certificate’
- Click on ‘Application Follow-up’ and fill in the necessary date
- Click on ‘Search’
- Check the status of your application!
Fee, Application Forms, and further information
The fee for PCC is QR 10.
When it comes to the application forms, you can find them online by clicking here.
Should you have any more questions and need any further information, you can always contact the Criminal Evidence and Information Department (CEID):
Qatar PCC Collection Time: It takes 5 – 7 Days
Police Clearance Certificate Qatar Location: Ministry of Interior, P.O. Box 23004, Doha – Qatar
Tel: +974 450 8666
Fax: +974 4450 8612
E-mail: ceid@moi.gov.qa
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You can collect Police Clearance Certificate in Qatar at these both places:
1. Ministry of Administrative Development, Labour and Social Affairs
Address: Al Faisal Tower, Doha
2. Criminal Evidences and Information Department
Address: 6C95+Q65, Al Muntazah, Ar-Rayyan
It is easy to print the Police Clearance Certificate online in Qatar. First, go to the Qatar e-services website and log in with your Qatar ID. Once you are logged in, click on the “Services” tab and then select “Police Clearance Certificate.” Next, fill out the form with the required information and submit it. Once the form is submitted, you will be able to print the certificate.