Let us tell you that due to the huge number of passport applications, the demand for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) has increased significantly, which is causing some problems. To overcome this problem, the Ministry of External Affairs has taken a big decision. Now after 28 September 2022 all online Post Offices in India will be able to apply for PCC services at Passport Seva Kendras (POPSKs). This service will be available across India. Now after this it will be even easier to get a passport.

Ministry of External Affairs announced about Online Passport Apply

The Ministry of External Affairs made a statement, in which it was said that the Ministry is working to simplify passport related services and make the process better for the citizens. There was a huge increase in the demand for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC). In view of this, now the facility of applying for PCC services is being provided in all online Post Office Passport Seva Kendras in India.

What is meant by Police Clearance Certificate?

This certificate is issued by the police. This certificate is required if people take a visa for residential status, job or long term. At the same time, for information, let us tell you that PCC is not required to go abroad on tourist visa.

Who will benefit

According to the ministry, after this decision, not only those going for employment abroad will be benefitted but the demand of other PCC needs will be met. Like in the case of education and in the case of visas for a long time.

Required documents

• address proof document
• Self attested photocopy of the job agreement with the foreign employer.
• Copy of seven valid visas with official English translation (if visa is not in English)
• Self attested photocopy of ECR/Non-ECR.

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From September 28, application for Police Clearance Certificate can be made online at Post Office Passport Seva Kendras (POPSK). Earlier, this facility was available only on the Government’s Passport Seva Portal or in case of foreigners at the Indian Embassy/High Commission Office. The Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement that the aim of this step is to provide the certificate without any delay.

These people will be facilitated The Ministry said in its statement, “The action taken by the Ministry in extending this PCC application facility to POPSK will not only help Indian nationals seeking employment abroad, but also meet the demands of other PCC requirements. Will be. This will greatly facilitate those going abroad on education, long term visa and immigration.

How to Apply Police Clearance Certificate for Passport Online?

Step-1: Visit the Passport Seva Online Portal.

Step-2: Log in to your account using your login credentials.

Step-3: Click on Apply for Police Clearance Certificate link available on the screen.

Step-4: Fill the form with the required details and click on submit.

Step-5: To make an appointment booking request, view the submitted applications, then click on the link “Pay & Schedule Appointment”.

Step-6: Pay the fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking and other modes to process your request.

Step-7: Save the application receipt for future use.

Step-8:Now, visit the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO) where your appointment has been booked. Do not forget to carry all the required documents.

In this way , applications for passport can be made online through the Passport Seva Portal. To meet the demand for passport related services, the Ministry of External Affairs launched the Passport Seva Project (PSP) in May 2010. Issuance of a new passport usually takes 30 days under the ‘Normal’ category. However, if with Tatkal service, passport can be made in 1 to 3 days.

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