A Tanzania Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), also known as a Certificate of Good Conduct, is an official document issued by the Tanzania Police Force (CID Headquarters) confirming an individual has no criminal convictions. It is required for immigration, visas, work permits, and adoption, typically taking 25-30 working days to process.
Example not Actual Certificate
Access the Portal: Visit the official PCC portal https://pcc.tpf.go.tz
https://pcc.tpf.go.tz
Register an Account: Create a user account by providing your personal details, including a valid ID (National Identity Card, Voter’s ID, Birth Certificate, or Passport), a valid email address, and phone number.
- Upload Required Documents:
- One passport-sized photograph (480×640 pixels).
- A copy of your National Identity Card, birth certificate, or passport.
- Make Payment: Pay the applicable fee of TZS 10,000 through the provided payment methods.
- Submit Application: After completing the form and payment, submit your application through the portal.
For Applicants Outside Tanzania:
Prepare Required Documents:
- One passport-sized photograph.
- A copy of your Passport.
- Certified fingerprints taken at a local police station.
- A written request explaining the need for the PCC.
- Details of your last residence in Tanzania (district, town, street, house number).
Make Payment: Pay the applicable fee of USD 50. Submission: Send the documents to:
- Officer-in-Charge, Forensic Bureau, P.O. Box 9094, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
For Zanzibar residents, applications should be sent to:
- Officer-in-Charge, Criminal Investigation Department, Police Headquarters, P.O. Box 237, Unguja, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tracking Your Application
- You can track the status of your application by visiting the tracking page on the PCC portal. Enter your control number (payment reference number) to view the current status of your application.
Additional Information
- Processing Time: The standard processing time for a PCC is 2 to 4 weeks, though it may vary based on application volume and completeness of submitted documents.
- Validity: The PCC is typically valid for 3 to 6 months, depending on the requirements of the requesting authority.
- Attestation: For international use, the PCC may need to be attested or apostilled, depending on the destination country’s requirements.
Key Details and Requirements
- Purpose: Required for travel to countries like Canada, USA, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as for employment and residency applications.
- Issuing Authority: Tanzania Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters.
- Validity: The document confirms your status for a specific period of residence in Tanzania.
- Processing Time: Generally 25–30 working days for hard copies, though some agencies may offer faster services.
- Fees: Approximately TSh 10,000 for local applications, or $25 USD (plus bank/shipping charges) for overseas applicants.
Application Process
- Fingerprints: Submit a ten-digit fingerprint form, which can be taken at a local police station.
- Documents: Provide a copy of your passport (bio-data page), a completed application form, and passport-size photographs
- Submission: Apply online via the official Tanzania Police Force portal or through the Tanzanian Embassy in your country.
- Payment: Pay the required fee (TSh 10,000 or $25 USD).
- For those outside Tanzania, documents are typically sent via DHL, and the certificate is returned in the same manner.
