Required Documents for Police Clearance: Complete Checklist
Police Clearance Required Documents: Don’t Miss Any
Bringing the wrong documents wastes time and forces multiple trips to the police station. This complete checklist ensures you bring everything needed on your first visit for fast processing.
Primary Required Documents
Valid Government-Issued ID (Original + Photocopy)
- Philippine Passport
- Driver’s License (LTO)
- UMID (Social Security System)
- National ID / ePhilID
- Professional License (PRC)
- PNP/AFP ID
- Bank ID (with photo and signature)
2×2 Passport Photo (2-3 copies required)
- Recent photo (taken within 6 months)
- White or light background
- Clear face, full frontal view
- No glasses covering eyes, no hats
- Natural hair style as normally worn
For First-Time Applicants
Barangay Clearance (Required – Original Copy)
- Cannot be photocopy – must be original
- Valid for 3-6 months
- Issued by your barangay hall
- Cost: ₱50-₱150
- Processing: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Proof of Purpose/Employment (Recommended)
- Employment letter from company
- Job offer or acceptance letter
- School certificate or diploma
- Scholarship acceptance letter
For Renewal Applicants
- Original expired or still-valid police clearance certificate
- Valid government-issued ID (original and photocopy)
- 2×2 passport photos (2-3 copies)
- Proof of payment (if paid online beforehand)
- Selfie with valid ID (for non-appearance renewal)
For Special Cases
If Name Changed:
- Marriage certificate (authenticated copy from PSA)
- Court order of name change (if legally changed)
- Divorce decree or annulment (if applicable)
If Address Changed:
- Utility bill in your name (electric, water, internet)
- Lease contract or rental agreement
- Property deed or title
Where to Get Missing Documents
- Barangay Clearance: Your local barangay hall (30 min-1 hr, ₱50-₱150)
- Birth Certificate: PSA Bureau of Civil Registrations (2-5 days, ₱85)
- Marriage Certificate: Church or PSA (1-3 days, ₱85)
- Certified ID Copies: Issued by police station (free or ₱5)
Learn about free police clearance for first-time job seekers and online application requirements.
Infographic Recommendation: Document Checklist Infographic (with checkboxes for each document category)