# Making Your PCC Valid Worldwide
Police Clearance Certificate Attestation Services
Secure hassle-free Police Clearance Certificate attestation in India. Trusted, fast, and embassy-approved services for smooth overseas travel and employment.
Police Clearance Certificate Apostille Attestation Services in India
Obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) Apostille is an essential step for individuals planning to study, work, or settle abroad. This document certifies that the applicant has no criminal record or pending legal cases, making it a mandatory requirement for visas, employment, or higher education in Hague Convention Countries. Without a valid PCC Apostille, your application may face unnecessary delays or rejections.
The PCC is first issued by local police authorities or the Passport Office in India. Once obtained, the document must undergo verification and be apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. This authentication ensures that your certificate is legally recognised and accepted by foreign authorities, eliminating doubts regarding its credibility.
At True Mark Attestation, we provide end-to-end Police Clearance Certificate Apostille services in India. From guiding you through the application to handling all formalities with the MEA, our experts ensure a quick, reliable, and stress-free process. With our trusted support, you can focus on your overseas goals while we take care of the attestation requirements.
Why is PCC Apostille Required?
For Employment Abroad – Employers in countries like Italy, Spain, Germany, and the UAE often require a PCC to ensure the candidate has no criminal background.
For Immigration or Permanent Residency (PR) – Government immigration departments require a valid apostilled PCC as part of background verification.
For Long-term Visas – PCC Apostille is needed for student, work, or dependent visas lasting more than 6 months.
For Adoption or Marriage Abroad – Required to confirm the individual has a clean legal record.
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Apostille Process in India
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Making Your PCC Valid Worldwide
Ensure your Police Clearance Certificate is legally recognized abroad with our expert Apostille services in India. Fast, reliable, and globally accepted verification.
How Long Does Apostille Take?
The processing time depends on the issuing state and MEA workload. Generally:
Why Choose True Mark Attestation?
At True Mark Attestation, we specialize in fast, secure, and government-approved PCC apostille services. Our experienced team manages the entire process—from document collection and verification to MEA apostille and final delivery.
Our Key Features:
MEA-authorized services
Doorstep document pick-up and delivery
Transparent tracking and timely updates
Customer support throughout the process
100% confidentiality and data security
Whether your PCC is issued by the Passport Office, Police Department, or Regional Authority, we ensure a smooth and error-free apostille process, enabling you to meet international compliance requirements with confidence
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Police Clearance Certificate Attestation is the process of authenticating your PCC to verify that it’s genuine and issued by a recognized authority. This attestation confirms that the certificate is valid for use abroad for purposes like employment, migration, or higher studies.
PCC attestation is mandatory for individuals traveling abroad to prove their good conduct and clean criminal record. It’s required by foreign embassies, immigration authorities, and employers to ensure the applicant’s background is verified before visa approval or residence permit issuance.
In India, the Police Clearance Certificate is issued by local police stations, Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), or the Regional Passport Office (RPO) under the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). It confirms that the applicant has no criminal record in India.
The process includes:
Notary Attestation – Basic verification from a local notary.
Home Department or State Attestation – State-level authentication.
MEA Attestation – Final verification by the Ministry of External Affairs.
If required for non-Hague countries, Embassy Attestation follows the MEA stage.
The duration depends on the issuing authority and destination country requirements. Generally, it takes 5 to 10 working days, but urgent or express attestation options are available with True Mark Attestation for faster processing.
Yes, most countries require a Police Clearance Certificate attested by the MEA or the respective Embassy, especially for employment, visa, and migration purposes. Hague Convention countries may accept an Apostille instead of an attestation.
Absolutely! True Mark Attestation provides end-to-end Police Clearance Certificate Attestation services in India, including document collection, verification, MEA submission, and delivery — ensuring a hassle-free and timely experience.
You’ll need:
Original PCC
Passport copy (first and last pages)
Visa or offer letter (if applicable)
Authorization letter (if a representative handles it)
Apostille: For Hague Convention countries, only MEA Apostille is needed.
Attestation: For non-Hague countries, additional Embassy or Consulate attestation is required after MEA verification.
