Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a UAE Police Clearance Certificate

A police clearance certificate UAE or the PCC, is a document needed for many official processes, including employment, VISA applications, immigration, and higher education. As per my research, the document is extremely important as it helps verify that you are not a criminal or that there is no criminal record against your name registered in the UAE. 

However, let me say this out loud: obtaining a PCC is quite easy, and if you are truly careful while filing for one, it becomes easy for you to get one for yourself. So, here I will be explaining all the common mistakes that you may make when applying for the PCC. 

So, do not get intimidated, we will start understanding everything from hereon. 

1. Do Not File with Incorrect or Incomplete Documents 

I have seen many people complaining about PCC rejections, only to find out that they had missing or inappropriate documentation. 

So, be careful and do not make these mistakes I have listed below: 

• Always provide a clear copy of your photo (only provide the recent photographs)
• Copy of the UAE residence VISA (current or previous ones)
• You must never forget to attach a copy of your passport 
• If you have an Emirates ID, do not hesitate to attach it as well
• While applying from outside the Emirates, provide fingerprints attested by the UAE embassy 

So, a total of 5 documents is needed, and if you miss one of them, the chances of rejection may increase. 

2. Check Your Personal Information 

I will always suggest that you take ample time to fill out the application form. Do not ever provide misspelt names, as this means your provided name and the documentation name spellings do not match. Make sure that you are providing an appropriate passport number. I would recommend matching the letters and numbers one by one to fill the form. 

PCC is a legal document, so I would always advise you to double-check your VISA details before submitting the form. Before the final submission, you must always double-check all the entries while applying through the Ministry of Interior of Dubai Police portal (MOI UAE). 

3. Do not keep Any Outstanding Fines or Cases 

I would also advise you to make sure that you do not have any unresolved legal issues, pending fines, or unsettled cases. If you have any of these in your name, then PCC may not be issued for you. 

You will find that many people complain about the rejection of their PCC due to minor traffic fines or administrative penalties. I am thus informing you beforehand that these petty fines may look easy, but they hamper the police clearance certificate UAE documentation. However, before applying, it is essential to note that you must settle all the fines or cases to avoid complications. 

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Final Words 

Applying for a PCC or Police Clearance Certificate is a critical step for many personal and professional goals. So, I would always recommend that you prepare accordingly and verify your details before applying through the correct authority.