Required for every country you've lived in for 6+ months since age 16
7-30 days
Varies by province
PKR 500-1,500
Province-dependent
6-12 months
Usually valid
Medium
Requires patience
The Police Character Certificate (PCC) is a document that certifies you have no criminal record in Pakistan. It's a mandatory requirement for US visa applications.
Important: You need a PCC from:
Office
Police Khidmat Markaz / Facilitation Center
Location
Based on CNIC address
Fee
PKR 500-1,000
Processing Time
7-14 days
Go to the Police Facilitation Center in your district (based on CNIC address).
Fill out the PCC application form and submit required documents.
Provide fingerprints and photo at the center.
Pay the processing fee (PKR 500-1,000) at the designated counter.
Return after 7-14 days to collect your PCC. Bring your receipt.
Bring your original Computerized National Identity Card
2-3 photocopies of both sides of your CNIC
2 recent passport-size photographs
Cash for processing fee (varies by province)
Available at the police office (fill on-site)
Applying in the wrong province. You MUST apply based on your CNIC address, not current residence.
Using an old PCC. Most embassies require it to be issued within 6-12 months of your interview.
Not obtaining PCCs from all countries/provinces where you lived 6+ months. This is mandatory!
Forgetting to bring photocopies or photos. This will delay your application.
Start the PCC process as soon as possible. Processing times can vary, especially during busy periods.
Go to the police office early in the morning to avoid long queues and ensure same-day processing.
Your receipt is essential for collecting the PCC. Keep it in a safe place and bring it when collecting.
Request 2-3 certified copies of your PCC. You may need extras for NVC, embassy, or backup purposes.