Macao SAR
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Macao SAR,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Macao SAR Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Macao SAR police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Macao SAR Identification Services Bureau (DSI) — Division of Criminal Record currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Macao SAR PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Macao SAR for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Macao SAR as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Macao SAR.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Macao SAR.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Macao SAR may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Macao SAR, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Macao SAR Identification Services Bureau (DSI) — Division of Criminal Record accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Macao SAR’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Macao SAR Identification Services Bureau (DSI) — Division of Criminal Record — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Macao SAR PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Macao SAR
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Macao SAR Identification Services Bureau (DSI) — Division of Criminal Record. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
Resident Card Identity cardholders and others with a connection to Macao (residence permit, non-resident worker permit, proof of schooling, or proof of application for residence) can apply. Documents needed: proof of connection to Macao, a valid travel/entry document, a letter with full personal details, a full set of fingerprints, and the applicable fee. If you cannot apply in person, a close relative (with proof of kinship) or an authorized representative can apply on your behalf — send the ink fingerprint card from Canada to your representative or directly to DSI. At least one established Canadian fingerprinting company already advertises this exact service (mail an ink fingerprint card from abroad for a Macau Certificate of Criminal Record), supporting that DSI accepts fingerprints taken outside Macao.
Mailing address:
Identification Services Bureau, Division of Criminal Record, P.O. Box 1089, Macao. Tel: (853) 8394 0532, Fax: (853) 2856 1610, Email: info@dsi.gov.mo
Receive your Macao SAR PCC
Processing time is Around 6 weeks if no criminal record is found (per third-party reports) — confirm current timelines with DSI. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Macao SAR. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Macao SAR Identification Services Bureau (DSI) — Division of Criminal Record before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Macao SAR PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Macao SAR applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Macao SAR while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Around 6 weeks if no criminal record is found (per third-party reports) — confirm current timelines with DSI. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Macao SAR's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Macao SAR for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Macao SAR PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Macao SAR.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Philippines
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Philippines,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Philippines Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Philippines police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Philippine Consulate General (consularizes NBI Form No. 5, then submits to the National Bureau of Investigation, Manila) currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Philippines PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Philippines for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Philippines as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Philippines.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Philippines.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Philippines may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Philippines, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Philippine Consulate General (consularizes NBI Form No. 5, then submits to the National Bureau of Investigation, Manila) accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Philippines’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Philippine Consulate General (consularizes NBI Form No. 5, then submits to the National Bureau of Investigation, Manila) — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Philippines PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Philippines
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Philippine Consulate General (consularizes NBI Form No. 5, then submits to the National Bureau of Investigation, Manila). Use a tracked courier for original documents.
First get the NBI Form No. 5 (Fingerprint Card) from your nearest Philippine Consulate/Embassy, in person or by mail with a self-addressed prepaid return envelope — this form has a unique barcode and cannot be photocopied or downloaded. Have your fingerprints (rolled impressions) taken either at the Consulate itself, or by an RCMP officer / RCMP-accredited fingerprinting provider (such as Surrey Fingerprint Company). Whoever takes the prints must sign, state their official designation, and stamp the form (and stamp the seal on the attached photo). Submit the completed Form No. 5 with two 2"x2" photos and a passport data page copy to the Consulate in person or by mail for consularization; the Consulate then forwards it toward the NBI in Manila. Confirm current consulate fees before your appointment.
Mailing address:
Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver, 889 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC (or nearest Philippine Consulate/Embassy in Canada)
Receive your Philippines PCC
Processing time is Consularization at the Consulate can be same-day (rush fee) or a few business days; full NBI clearance from Manila commonly takes several weeks — confirm current timelines. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Philippines. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Philippine Consulate General (consularizes NBI Form No. 5, then submits to the National Bureau of Investigation, Manila) before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Philippines PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Philippines applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Philippines while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Consularization at the Consulate can be same-day (rush fee) or a few business days; full NBI clearance from Manila commonly takes several weeks — confirm current timelines. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Philippines's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Philippines for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Philippines PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Philippines.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Japan
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Japan,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Japan Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Japan police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Consulate-General of Japan (fingerprint sheet designated for the National Police Agency / NPA) currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Japan PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Japan for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Japan as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Japan.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Japan.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Japan may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Japan, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Consulate-General of Japan (fingerprint sheet designated for the National Police Agency / NPA) accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Japan’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Consulate-General of Japan (fingerprint sheet designated for the National Police Agency / NPA) — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Japan PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Japan
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Consulate-General of Japan (fingerprint sheet designated for the National Police Agency / NPA). Use a tracked courier for original documents.
First obtain the ink-type NPA-designated fingerprint sheet and application form from your nearest Japanese Consulate (in person or by mail with a request memo and return envelope). Then go to a fingerprint collection service (such as Surrey Fingerprint Company) or the Canadian police station with jurisdiction over your residence and have your fingerprints taken on that sheet — the fingerprint form must be the original ink-type sheet provided by the Consulate, not a substitute. The completed package must then be submitted by the applicant in person at the Consulate (mail-in or proxy submission is not accepted for the application itself, though the certificate can later be mailed back via Xpresspost). Certificates are free of charge and typically take 2-3 months to arrive from Japan's National Police Agency. Note: which consulate has jurisdiction depends on the applicant's province — confirm the correct consulate (e.g. Vancouver for BC).
Mailing address:
Consulate-General of Japan in Vancouver — 604-684-5868, consul@vc.mofa.go.jp (confirm the correct consulate for the applicant's province)
Receive your Japan PCC
Processing time is Approximately 2-3 months once the completed application is submitted at the Consulate. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Japan. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Consulate-General of Japan (fingerprint sheet designated for the National Police Agency / NPA) before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Japan PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Japan applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Japan while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Approximately 2-3 months once the completed application is submitted at the Consulate. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Japan's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Japan for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Japan PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Japan.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Puerto Rico
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Puerto Rico,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Puerto Rico Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Puerto Rico police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division — Identity History Summary currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Puerto Rico PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Puerto Rico for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Puerto Rico as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Puerto Rico.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Puerto Rico.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Puerto Rico may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Puerto Rico, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division — Identity History Summary accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Puerto Rico’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division — Identity History Summary — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Puerto Rico PCC is:
Either Ink-and-Roll or Digital (confirm current preference). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Puerto Rico
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division — Identity History Summary. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
Puerto Rico uses the same FBI Identity History Summary process as the rest of the USA. You must obtain a complete set of fingerprints and mail the fingerprint card with the applicable fee to the FBI. Note: IRCC does not accept FBI police certificates issued by FBI-approved third-party private companies for this — only certificates issued directly by the FBI are accepted, and originals only (no photocopies), and this cannot be sent by mail for Express Entry applications.
Mailing address:
FBI CJIS Division, Attn: Summary Request, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, Clarksburg, WV 26306, USA
Receive your Puerto Rico PCC
Processing time is Confirm current turnaround on the FBI website. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Puerto Rico. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division — Identity History Summary before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Puerto Rico PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Puerto Rico applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Puerto Rico while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current turnaround on the FBI website. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Puerto Rico's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Puerto Rico for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Puerto Rico PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Puerto Rico.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Eritrea
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Eritrea,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Eritrea Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Eritrea police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Eritrea Police Headquarters (via nearest Eritrean embassy or a designated representative) currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Eritrea PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Eritrea for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Eritrea as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Eritrea.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Eritrea.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Eritrea may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Eritrea, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Eritrea Police Headquarters (via nearest Eritrean embassy or a designated representative) accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Eritrea’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Eritrea Police Headquarters (via nearest Eritrean embassy or a designated representative) — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Eritrea PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Eritrea
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Eritrea Police Headquarters (via nearest Eritrean embassy or a designated representative). Use a tracked courier for original documents.
If you live outside Eritrea, designate a representative with power of attorney to apply in Eritrea, or apply through the nearest Eritrean embassy. You (or your designate) must provide a copy of your ID, a copy of your passport, a full set of your fingerprints, and the letter/file number from IRCC or the Canadian High Commission.
Mailing address:
Eritrea Police Headquarters, via the Embassy of the State of Eritrea, 1708 New Hampshire Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20009, USA (no Eritrean embassy in Canada)
Receive your Eritrea PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with Eritrea Police Headquarters. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Eritrea. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Eritrea Police Headquarters (via nearest Eritrean embassy or a designated representative) before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Eritrea PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Eritrea applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Eritrea while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with Eritrea Police Headquarters. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Eritrea's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Eritrea for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Eritrea PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Eritrea.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Sudan
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Sudan,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Sudan Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Sudan police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Sudan PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Sudan for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Sudan as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Sudan.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Sudan.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Sudan may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Sudan, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Sudan’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Sudan PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Sudan
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
If you live outside Sudan: have a complete set of fingerprints taken by the local police where you live (the police must sign and stamp them), then take the completed fingerprints to your nearest Sudanese embassy, which forwards them to the Fingerprint Directorate. Confirm with the embassy whether a certified fingerprinting service can substitute for "the local police."
Mailing address:
Ministry of Interior, General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate, Nile Street, Khartoum, Sudan (via nearest Sudanese embassy)
Receive your Sudan PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with the Sudanese embassy. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Sudan. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Sudan Ministry of Interior — General Administration of Forensic Evidence, Fingerprint Directorate before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Sudan PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Sudan applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Sudan while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with the Sudanese embassy. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Sudan's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Sudan for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Sudan PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Sudan.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Democratic Republic of Congo
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Democratic Republic of Congo,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Democratic Republic of Congo Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Democratic Republic of Congo police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire (DRC) currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Democratic Republic of Congo PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Democratic Republic of Congo for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Democratic Republic of Congo as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Democratic Republic of Congo may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Democratic Republic of Congo, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire (DRC) accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Democratic Republic of Congo’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire (DRC) — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Democratic Republic of Congo PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Democratic Republic of Congo
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire (DRC). Use a tracked courier for original documents.
If you live outside the DRC, first apply in person at your nearest DRC embassy. Once the embassy verifies your documents, your request (including an identity document and a full, certified set of your fingerprints) is sent by mail to the Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire. Confirm with the embassy whether a Canadian certified fingerprinting service is accepted for the certification step.
Mailing address:
Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire, Direction de l'Identité Judiciaire, 14, av. Kalémie, Commune de Gombe, Kinshasa, DRC (via nearest DRC embassy)
Receive your Democratic Republic of Congo PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with the DRC embassy. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Democratic Republic of Congo. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Direction Générale de la Police Judiciaire (DRC) before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Democratic Republic of Congo PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Democratic Republic of Congo applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Democratic Republic of Congo while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with the DRC embassy. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Democratic Republic of Congo's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Democratic Republic of Congo for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Democratic Republic of Congo PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Democratic Republic of Congo.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
Liberia
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in Liberia,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a Liberia Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your Liberia police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Liberia National Police — Records and Identification Section currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a Liberia PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in Liberia for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from Liberia as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including Liberia.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in Liberia.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in Liberia may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside Liberia, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Liberia National Police — Records and Identification Section accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact Liberia’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Liberia National Police — Records and Identification Section — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a Liberia PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to Liberia
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Liberia National Police — Records and Identification Section. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
If you live outside Liberia and are a Liberian citizen, you (or a friend/relative in Liberia acting on your behalf) provide biographic information and fingerprints taken by a recognized police authority in your country of residence. Confirm the current process directly with the National Police Headquarters before your appointment, since the page also describes returning to Liberia in person as an option.
Mailing address:
Liberia National Police Headquarters, Records and Identification Section, Charles B. Alfonso Cain Building, Capital Hill, Monrovia, Liberia
Receive your Liberia PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with Liberia National Police. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for Liberia. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Liberia National Police — Records and Identification Section before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a Liberia PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for Liberia applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from Liberia while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with Liberia National Police. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on Liberia's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to Liberia for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your Liberia PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for Liberia.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
British Virgin Islands
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in British Virgin Islands,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a British Virgin Islands Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your British Virgin Islands police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Royal Virgin Islands Police Force — Police Headquarters currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a British Virgin Islands PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in British Virgin Islands for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from British Virgin Islands as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including British Virgin Islands.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in British Virgin Islands.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in British Virgin Islands may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside British Virgin Islands, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Royal Virgin Islands Police Force — Police Headquarters accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact British Virgin Islands’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Royal Virgin Islands Police Force — Police Headquarters — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a British Virgin Islands PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to British Virgin Islands
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Royal Virgin Islands Police Force — Police Headquarters. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
If you live outside the BVI, apply by mail, in person, or through someone on your behalf. Include certified copies of the first five pages of your passport, a full set of fingerprints taken by a recognized police authority, an addressed envelope, and the applicable fee.
Mailing address:
Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, 33 Admin Drive, Wickhams Cay 1, Road Town, Tortola, VG1110, British Virgin Islands
Receive your British Virgin Islands PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with Police Headquarters. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for British Virgin Islands. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Royal Virgin Islands Police Force — Police Headquarters before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a British Virgin Islands PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for British Virgin Islands applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from British Virgin Islands while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with Police Headquarters. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on British Virgin Islands's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to British Virgin Islands for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your British Virgin Islands PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for British Virgin Islands.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
If you now live in Canada and previously lived, worked, or studied in St. Vincent and the Grenadines,
many immigration, employment, and licensing processes will ask you for a St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
in addition to your Canadian one. Getting fingerprinted correctly is usually the first step. This guide walks through how that works
while you’re based in Canada, and how Surrey Fingerprint Company can help with the fingerprinting part.
Visit Surrey Fingerprint Company for professional, correctly-formatted fingerprints for your St. Vincent and the Grenadines police clearance
application. Email info@surreyfingerprint.com
beforehand so we can confirm the exact form and format Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force — Criminal Records Office currently requires.
Why Would Someone in Canada Need a St. Vincent and the Grenadines PCC?
- Canadian immigration & citizenship (IRCC): if you lived in St. Vincent and the Grenadines for 6 months or more before moving to Canada, IRCC may require a police certificate from St. Vincent and the Grenadines as part of permanent residency, sponsorship, or citizenship applications.
- Immigration to a third country: if you are applying to move from Canada to another country (e.g. Australia, the UK, the US, or elsewhere), that country’s character/background check requirements often ask for a clearance from every country you’ve lived in for an extended period, including St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
- Employment & licensing: some regulated professions and international employers request a background check covering your time in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
- Legal, banking, or property matters: some processes back in St. Vincent and the Grenadines may themselves ask you to complete identity verification via fingerprints while abroad.
The General Process From Canada
Because you’re applying from outside St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the typical path is: get fingerprinted locally in Canada in the exact
format Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force — Criminal Records Office accepts, then send that fingerprint record to them along with the rest of your
application package.
Contact St. Vincent and the Grenadines’s issuing authority first
Confirm the current application form, required fingerprint format, fee, and mailing/submission method directly with
Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force — Criminal Records Office — requirements can change, so always check before your appointment.
Get fingerprinted at Surrey Fingerprint Company
Bring valid photo ID and any required form. The fingerprint format usually requested for a St. Vincent and the Grenadines PCC is:
Ink-and-Roll Fingerprinting (Paper Card). We offer both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting on-site.
We complete your card correctly
We take your fingerprints on the correct form, complete any required identity/witness sections, and provide the card or
document ready to send.
Send your package to St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Mail or submit your fingerprint card along with your application form, ID copies, photos, and fee (as required) to
Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force — Criminal Records Office. Use a tracked courier for original documents.
Confirmed via the Ministry of National Security's own government site (security.gov.vc). If you live outside St. Vincent and the Grenadines, apply in person, by mail, or through someone on your behalf. Provide fingerprints taken by a recognized police authority (an RCMP-accredited agency such as Surrey Fingerprint Company can provide these), two passport-size photos, and the applicable fee; the clearance is mailed directly to you. Note: the Ministry's site has posted a notice about a temporary relocation of Police Headquarters — confirm the current mailing address before sending anything.
Mailing address:
The Commissioner of Police, Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, Police Headquarters, Bay Street, Kingstown, St. Vincent (confirm current address — temporary relocation notice posted)
Receive your St. Vincent and the Grenadines PCC
Processing time is Confirm current timelines with the Criminal Records Office. Some authorities mail the certificate directly to your Canadian
address; others may require pickup via a consulate or representative.
Source: Official guidance for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Requirements can change; always confirm current details on the official page before applying.
the current requirement before your appointment so you don’t need to redo it.
clearance applications can change without notice. Always confirm current requirements directly with
Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force — Criminal Records Office before your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get fingerprinted in Surrey for a St. Vincent and the Grenadines PCC?
Yes. Surrey Fingerprint Company offers both ink-and-roll and digital fingerprinting, and can prepare your fingerprint card or document in the format most commonly requested for St. Vincent and the Grenadines applications. Contact us to confirm the exact form before your visit.
How long does it take to get a PCC from St. Vincent and the Grenadines while living in Canada?
Timelines vary widely by country and by how the application is submitted. As a general estimate: Confirm current timelines with the Criminal Records Office. Confirm current processing times with the issuing authority.
Do I need an original fingerprint card, or is a scan acceptable?
This depends on St. Vincent and the Grenadines's current requirements — some authorities require original ink cards mailed physically, others accept digital submissions. We'll help you confirm which applies before you leave our office.
Can Surrey Fingerprint Company submit my application to St. Vincent and the Grenadines for me?
We handle the fingerprinting step. Submission of the full application package is generally your responsibility (or your immigration consultant/lawyer's), unless otherwise noted for a specific country.
Get Fingerprinted for Your St. Vincent and the Grenadines PCC — Surrey, BC
Email us before your visit so we can confirm the correct form and format for St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
+1 (604) 825-8882 · info@surreyfingerprint.com