Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) Apostille & Attestation in India
PCC apostille charges, process and timelines for every type of Police Clearance Certificate, with dedicated guides for all Indian states and major cities.
Quick answer: A PCC apostille is a sticker from India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) that makes your Police Clearance Certificate valid in about 130 Hague Convention countries, including the UK, Europe, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Oman and China. Our complete PCC apostille charge is ₹1,000–₹1,500 for a Passport Seva PCC and a fixed ₹1,500 for a police station PCC, including the ₹50 MEA fee, bank draft, service and secure return courier. A Passport Seva PCC is usually ready in 2–3 working days. For the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Egypt you need PCC attestation instead, which ends with an embassy stamp.
What an apostilled PCC looks like
PCC apostille or PCC attestation: which one do you need?
The answer depends only on the country you are going to. Getting this right first saves you time, money and a second trip through the process.
PCC apostille (MEA)
For countries in the Hague Apostille Convention. One MEA sticker, no embassy step.
- UK, Ireland and all of Europe
- USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain
- China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore
PCC attestation (embassy)
For countries outside the Convention. MEA attestation, then the embassy's stamp.
- UAE – see UAE attestation fees
- Qatar – see Qatar attestation fees
- Kuwait
- Egypt – see Egypt attestation fees
Membership changes over time. Saudi Arabia, for example, has accepted apostilles only since December 2022. You can always confirm a country on the official HCCH status table, or simply ask us.
PCC apostille charges in 2026
One clear, all-inclusive price for each type of PCC. No hidden extras, no surprise bills when your document comes back.
| Type of PCC | Time | Total charge |
|---|---|---|
| PCC issued by Passport Seva Kendra / passport office | 2–3 working days | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 |
| PCC issued by a local police station or SP office after your state Home Department / SDM stamp | 5–7 working days | ₹1,500 (fixed) |
| PCC issued by an Indian Embassy abroad | 2–4 working days | Quote on WhatsApp |
Why does it cost more than the ₹50 government fee?
It is true that the Ministry of External Affairs charges only ₹50 for the apostille sticker. But that ₹50 cannot be paid in cash at a counter; it goes in as a bank demand draft, and getting a draft made costs around ₹150–₹200 on its own. Here is everything your charge covers:
MEA fee + bank draft
The ₹50 apostille fee, paid by demand draft. Making the draft alone costs about ₹150–₹200.
Checking and submission
We check your PCC before submission so it is not rejected, then handle the MEA collection centre process and follow-up.
Secure return courier
Your original PCC comes back by Blue Dart or DTDC Prime with tracking, so it is never lost or misplaced on the way.
Updates until delivery
You get status updates on WhatsApp from the day we receive your PCC to the day it reaches you.
Doing it yourself means a trip to Delhi, a day in queues, a bank draft and a risk of rejection over a small mistake. For most people, the travel cost alone is far more than our complete charge. The ₹50 MEA fee is set by the Ministry of External Affairs. For PCC attestation for the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait or Egypt, the embassy fee is extra; see the country pages linked above.
PCC apostille process for each type of PCC
A Police Clearance Certificate in India can come from three places, and each one follows a slightly different route.
1. PCC from Passport Seva Kendra (fastest)
- Get the PCCApply on the Passport Seva portal and collect it from your PSK or POPSK.
- Send it to usCourier the original PCC with a passport copy (first and last page).
- MEA apostilleNo state step is needed. MEA adds the apostille directly.
- Back to your doorUsually 2–3 working days after we receive it.
2. PCC from a local police station or SP office
- Get the PCCCollect it from your police station or district SP office with the officer's signature and seal.
- State Home Department or SDM attestationThis state stamp makes the PCC eligible for MEA. We guide you on where to go in your state.
- MEA apostilleOnce the state stamp is on, MEA adds the apostille.
- Back to your doorUsually 5–7 working days after the Home Department stamp.
3. PCC from an Indian Embassy abroad (for NRIs)
- Get the PCCIssued by the Indian Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence.
- Send it to IndiaA family member can courier it to us, or it can be sent directly from abroad.
- MEA apostille and returnNo state step. Usually 2–4 working days, returned in India or overseas.
Need PCC attestation instead? For the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait or Egypt the route is state attestation, then MEA attestation, then the embassy stamp. We handle the full chain.
Documents required and tips that save time
What to send
Your original PCC (not a photocopy) and a clear passport copy, first and last page. A local police PCC must already carry the state Home Department or SDM stamp.
Check the date
Many countries only accept a PCC issued in the last few months. Check the rule for your visa before you apply.
Do not laminate
The apostille sticker is fixed on the back of the PCC, so it must be the plain paper original.
Match your passport
Your name and passport number on the PCC should match your passport exactly. A mismatch can mean a fresh PCC.
PCC apostille in your state or city
Your next job, admission or visa should not wait on paperwork. Pick your state or city below for a step-by-step guide made for you, then send us your PCC from home. We take it from there.
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Not on the list? We cover every district in India by courier.
PCC apostille anywhere in India →Frequently asked questions about PCC apostille
What is a PCC apostille?
A PCC apostille is a sticker issued by India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and fixed on the back of your original Police Clearance Certificate. It confirms the PCC is genuine, so authorities in about 130 Hague Apostille Convention countries accept it without any embassy stamp.
What are the PCC apostille charges in India?
Our all-inclusive charge is ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 for a PCC issued by a Passport Seva Kendra and a fixed ₹1,500 for a PCC issued by a local police station. This covers the ₹50 MEA fee, the bank draft, checking and submission, updates and secure return courier.
Why does PCC apostille cost more than the ₹50 government fee?
The ₹50 MEA fee has to be paid by bank demand draft, and making the draft alone costs about ₹150 to ₹200. The rest covers checking the PCC so it is not rejected, the submission process at the MEA collection centre, status updates and tracked return courier by Blue Dart or DTDC Prime.
What is the difference between PCC apostille and PCC attestation?
A PCC apostille is a single MEA sticker accepted in Hague Convention countries such as the UK, European countries, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia and Oman. PCC attestation is for countries outside the Convention, such as the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Egypt, and adds the destination country's embassy stamp after MEA attestation.
Which countries need PCC attestation instead of apostille?
The UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Egypt are not members of the Hague Apostille Convention, so they need PCC attestation with an embassy stamp. Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain and China are members and accept an MEA apostille.
How long does PCC apostille take?
A PCC from a Passport Seva Kendra is usually apostilled in 2 to 3 working days after we receive it. A local police station PCC takes about 5 to 7 working days once the state Home Department or SDM stamp is on it. A PCC from an Indian embassy abroad takes about 2 to 4 working days.
How is my PCC returned after apostille?
We send your apostilled PCC back by Blue Dart or DTDC Prime with a tracking number, so the original document is never lost or misplaced, and the courier charge is already included in our price.
Which documents are required for PCC apostille?
The original PCC, not a photocopy, and a clear copy of the passport's first and last page. A local police station PCC must already carry the state Home Department or SDM attestation.
Do I need to visit Delhi for PCC apostille?
No. You can courier your PCC from anywhere in India. We complete the MEA process in Delhi and send the apostilled PCC back to your address with tracking.
Do you provide PCC apostille in my state?
Yes. We serve every state and union territory in India by courier, and this page links to a step-by-step guide for each state and major city.