Frequently asked questions about  Police clearance Certificate

PCC.GE Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What is the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from Georgia?

The Georgian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is an official document issued by Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs. It confirms whether you have a criminal record, conviction, or if a conviction has been expunged or removed

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2. What types of certificates can I request?

There are three types:

• Criminal Record (Conviction) Certificate – confirms recent convictions or wanted status, typically covering the last 1.5–2 years.

• Conviction Status Certificate – details convictions over a longer time frame, regardless of whether they were expunged or removed.

• Certificate of Expunged or Removed Conviction – specifically confirms that a conviction has been cleared from record.pcc.ge

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3. Why might I need a Police Clearance Certificate?

It’s required for:

• Visa and immigration (e.g. Canada, EU, Australia)

• Work permits or residency abroad

• Marriage registration

• University or scholarship applications

• Employment background checks

• Adoption, banking, real estate, or legal proceedings
  Applications can be delayed or rejected without it.

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4. Who can request a certificate?

Citizens of Georgia, foreign nationals, and permanent residents can request certificates. A certificate can also be obtained by a legal representative with a notarized power of attorney.pcc.ge

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5. Can I obtain the certificate remotely from abroad?

Yes. PCC.GE offers remote service—foreigners do not need to visit Georgia to receive the certificate. Delivery is typically within 2 to 7 business days depending on package selected.

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6. Do you provide translation and apostille services?

Absolutely. PCC.GE offers certified translations (English, Russian, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Greek, Turkish, etc.) and provides apostille/legalization suitable for international use. Turnaround is usually 1–2 working days.

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7. How is a conviction status certificate different from a criminal record certificate?

• Criminal Record Certificate covers recent record (approx. 1.5–2 years), including wanted status.

• Conviction Status Certificate covers entire conviction history and legal articles even if conviction was later removed

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8. What does a Certificate of Expunged or Removed Conviction include?

It only confirms that a conviction has been expunged or removed. Other details are excluded. Suited for cases where only proof of removal is needed.pcc.ge

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9. What are the benefits of treating PCC.GE as a one-stop service?

• All-in-one process: order certificate, translation and apostille in one place

• No need to coordinate separate service providers

• Fast and reliable, handled by licensed attorneys and representatives

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10. Who manages PCC.GE and its services?

PCC.GE is operated by a licensed law office in Georgia. Led by attorney Beka Mosashvili, the platform offers professional support through every step of the process.