Key takeaways
- You need ONE valid ID, not two. The NPCS Terms & Conditions say "you will be required to present one (1) valid ID", and 26 IDs are accepted.
- The fee is ₱150 plus a convenience fee that depends on how you pay (official NPCS guide, as of November 2026). Pay at least two banking days before your appointment or the booking is cancelled.
- Missing your appointment forfeits your payment, and the PNP will not reprint a clearance with a typo. Check your name, email and birthdate before saving: they cannot be edited later.
- The clearance is valid for six months. You can renew without going to the station for three years from your last in-person appearance.
- First-time jobseekers get it free once under RA 11261, with a barangay first-time jobseeker certification and one valid ID.
Police clearance at a glance
| Fee | Processing time | Validity | Where to apply | Apply online? | Official site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New or in-person: ₱150 + convenience fee (varies by payment mode) | Biometrics, verification and release at your appointment; no official processing time is published, so check with the station | 6 months | Online, then the police station you choose when booking | Yes: register, book and pay online; appear in person | pnpclearance.ph |
| Renewal without appearance: paid online through the NPCS; check the total on your payment screen | Processed online; you download the clearance from your NPCS account | 6 months | Online only, within 3 years of your last in-person appearance | Yes, fully online | pnpclearance.ph |
| Clearance Certification (abroad, bedridden and other first-time cases): check with the issuing office, as the Certification guide does not state a separate fee | Approved by the station's Verification Officer and Clearance Processor once cleared of all hits | Check the certificate you download | Online upload, then download from your account | Yes, fully online | pnpclearance.ph |
As of November 2026. Sources: NPCS how-to-apply guide (how_to_apply_v2.pdf), NPCS Clearance Certification guide, and NPCS Terms & Conditions on pnpclearance.ph/register. Checked 10 November 2026.
The National Police Clearance System at pnpclearance.ph describes itself as "a comprehensive, fast, convenient and reliable system for the issuance of Police Clearance nationwide." Every route starts there: you create one account, and that same account is used again for renewals. Bookmark the address and type it yourself rather than clicking a search ad.
How many valid IDs do you need for a police clearance?
One. Section 4 of the NPCS Terms & Conditions, shown on the registration page, says: "you will be required to present one (1) valid ID." The PNP's how-to-apply guide lists the same thing under what to bring: "One (1) valid Government issued ID; Proof of payment/Payment Confirmation; Reference Number of NPC Appointment." Many popular articles still say two IDs. Bringing a second ID does no harm, but it is not an official requirement.
Police clearance valid ID list: the 26 accepted IDs
These are the 26 IDs in the NPCS Terms & Conditions, in the order the PNP lists them. Choose one. If you are still getting an ID, our sibling guides cover several of them, including the PhilSys National ID and the barangay certificate of residency.
| # | Accepted ID (as listed by NPCS) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AFP ID | Armed Forces of the Philippines |
| 2 | Alien Certificate of Registration | For foreign nationals |
| 3 | BFP ID | Bureau of Fire Protection |
| 4 | BJMP ID | Bureau of Jail Management and Penology |
| 5 | Barangay Residence Certification | See our certificate of residency page |
| 6 | Birth Certificate | Listed as a valid ID by NPCS |
| 7 | GSIS UMID | See our UMID guide |
| 8 | IBP ID | Integrated Bar of the Philippines |
| 9 | LTO Driver's License | See our LTO driver's license guide |
| 10 | LTOPF ID | License to Own and Possess Firearms |
| 11 | Marina ID | Maritime Industry Authority |
| 12 | OFW ID | Overseas Filipino Worker ID |
| 13 | PAG-IBIG ID | Home Development Mutual Fund |
| 14 | PCG ID | Philippine Coast Guard |
| 15 | PNP ID | Philippine National Police |
| 16 | PRC License | Professional Regulation Commission |
| 17 | PWD ID | See our PWD ID guide |
| 18 | Passport | See our passport guide |
| 19 | PhilHealth ID | Philippine Health Insurance Corporation |
| 20 | Philippine Identification (PhilID) | The PhilSys National ID |
| 21 | Postal ID | See our postal ID guide |
| 22 | SSS ID / SSS UMID | Social Security System |
| 23 | School ID with Registration Form | Bring both the school ID and the registration form |
| 24 | Senior Citizen's ID | See our senior citizen ID guide |
| 25 | TIN ID | Bureau of Internal Revenue |
| 26 | Voter's ID | See our voter's registration guide |
Source: NPCS Terms & Conditions, Sec. 4 (pnpclearance.ph/register), as of November 2026. One ID from this list is enough.
Two entries surprise people. A birth certificate and a barangay residence certification are both on the official list, even though they have no photo of you. The PNP lists them, so you can present either. They still have to be originals. Students should note that a school ID counts only together with the registration form, as the list says.
Police clearance requirements by type of applicant
What you bring depends on your track. The NPCS has three: first-time and in-person applicants, renewal without appearance, and Clearance Certification for a few special first-time cases. First-time jobseekers follow the in-person track with one extra paper.
New applicants and anyone appearing in person
| Document | Notes | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|
| One valid government-issued ID | Original, not expired, clear photo and signature, full name | Any one of the 26 IDs above |
| Appointment reference number | Generated when you set your appointment on the NPCS | Your NPCS account at pnpclearance.ph |
| Proof of payment | Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic Official Receipt (OR) | Landbank ePayment Portal or your cash-payment channel |
| Yourself | First-time applicants must appear for photo, electronic signature and biometrics | The police station you chose when booking |
Source: NPCS how-to-apply guide and Terms & Conditions, as of November 2026.
Renewal without appearance
| Document | Notes | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|
| Your existing NPCS account | Use the same account you used for your last in-person clearance | pnpclearance.ph log-in |
| Latest 2x2 photo, white background | Uploaded, not brought | Any photo studio, or a compliant phone photo |
| Selfie holding a valid government ID | Your face and the ID must both be clear | Taken with your phone |
| Online payment | Same payment options as a new application | Landbank ePayment Portal or cash payment |
| Eligibility | You completed an NPC clearance in person within the last three years | Your account history |
Source: NPCS Terms & Conditions, Sec. 4 "Renewal", and the NPCS landing page, as of November 2026.
Clearance Certification (Filipinos abroad and other first-time cases)
| Document | Notes | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|
| Latest 2x2 photo, white background | Uploaded to your NPCS account | Photo studio or phone |
| Selfie holding a government ID | Shows that the ID belongs to you | Your phone |
| Photocopy of passport | For applicants working or based abroad | Scan of your passport data page |
| Proof of being an OFW | For applicants working or based abroad | Your work documents abroad |
| Copy of an ID with your Philippine address | Links you to a home address | Any ID showing a Philippine address |
Source: NPCS Clearance Certification guide (how_to_apply_certification.pdf, February 2024), as of November 2026.
First-time jobseekers (free once)
| Document | Notes | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|
| First-time jobseeker (FTJS) certification | A barangay certification that you are a first-time jobseeker (RA 11261, Sec. 5). Barangays issue it with an oath of undertaking you sign, and usually only to residents of six months or more. Agencies applying the law's implementing rules expect it to be used within one year of its issue date | Your barangay hall |
| One valid ID | Same four checks as any applicant | Any one of the 26 IDs above |
Sources: NPCS how-to-apply guide and RA 11261 on lawphil.net, as of November 2026.
Police clearance online: the official NPCS steps
"Police clearance online" means the National Police Clearance System at pnpclearance.ph. The PNP's guide splits it into four steps: online registration, completing your profile and setting an appointment, online payment, and processing at the police station. The table adds the official rules that trip people up at each step.
| Step | What to do | Time it takes | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Register | Create an account at pnpclearance.ph with your name, email address and birthdate | One sitting | Name, email and birthdate cannot be edited once you save. Copy your name exactly from your ID |
| 2. Complete your profile | Fill in your personal details in the NPCS profile | One sitting | Use the same spelling as the ID you will bring |
| 3. Set an appointment | Select the purpose, a date and your preferred police station. An Appointment Reference Number is generated | Choose a date at least 2 banking days away | Pick a station you can reach on time. Missing the date forfeits your payment |
| 4. Pay online | Choose Landbank ePayment, or Cash Payment for GCash, PayMaya, 7-Eleven, Bayad Center and similar channels | Pay at least 2 banking days before the appointment | Save the Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic OR |
| 5. Go to the station | Bring 1 valid ID, proof of payment and your reference number. Have biometrics, picture and signature taken | On your appointment date | Arrive early and keep your phone charged to show your reference number |
| 6. Wait for release | Wait for your name to be called for verification or release of the clearance | The guide describes release at the station; no official processing time is published | If you get a HIT, ask the station for the next step and date |
Source: NPCS how-to-apply guide (how_to_apply_v2.pdf) and Terms & Conditions, as of November 2026.
Can you walk in without an online appointment? The official guide only describes the online appointment flow, and it does not state a walk-in rule either way. Practice can differ by station, so check with the station before you go if you cannot book online. The safe route is to book and pay online first.
Police clearance fee 2026 and payment options
The NPCS guide says: "Clearance Fee is cost Php150 only. Additional convenience fee may vary on the payment mode you selected." So you pay ₱150 plus whatever the payment channel adds. The guide does not publish the convenience fee amounts, so look at the total shown on the payment screen before you confirm.
| Item | Fee | As of | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police clearance fee | ₱150 | November 2026 | NPCS how-to-apply guide |
| Convenience fee | Check with the issuing office: varies by payment mode, and the NPCS does not publish the amounts | November 2026 | NPCS how-to-apply guide |
| Renewal without appearance | Paid online through the same NPCS payment options; check the total on your payment screen | November 2026 | NPCS how-to-apply guide |
| First-time jobseeker | Free, once (RA 11261) | November 2026 | RA 11261 on lawphil.net |
| Proposed ₱200 total (₱170 fee + ₱30 documentary stamp tax) | Proposed only, not in force: the PNP said it still needs review and approval, and the official guide still says ₱150 | Reported May 2026 | News reports of a PNP advisory; no implementation date announced as of 10 November 2026 |
As of November 2026. Checked against pnpclearance.ph on 10 November 2026.
About the ₱200 figure you may have seen: news reports on 29 May 2026 said a PNP advisory proposed raising the clearance fee from ₱150 to ₱170, which with the ₱30 documentary stamp tax would make ₱200. The PNP said the change still needed review and approval. As of 10 November 2026 no implementation date had been announced, and the NPCS guide on pnpclearance.ph still states ₱150. Treat ₱150 as the current fee and check the amount shown on the payment page, which is what you will actually be charged.
| Payment channel | How to choose it on the NPCS | Proof to keep |
|---|---|---|
| Landbank ePayment Portal | Choose the Landbank option; you are directed to the Landbank ePayment Portal | Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic OR |
| GCash or PayMaya | Select Cash Payment | Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic OR |
| 7-Eleven | Select Cash Payment | Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic OR |
| Bayad Center and similar outlets | Select Cash Payment | Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic OR |
Source: NPCS how-to-apply guide, as of November 2026.
Payment deadline, no-shows and reprints: the rules that cost you money
Section 3 of the NPCS Terms & Conditions contains three rules that cause most lost payments. None of them has an exception in the published terms, so plan around them before you click pay.
| Rule | What the NPCS terms say | How to avoid losing your ₱150 |
|---|---|---|
| Pay early | "Failure to pay your transaction two banking days before the scheduled appointment date means cancellation of your transaction." | Pay the same day you book. Banking days exclude weekends and bank holidays |
| Show up | If you cancel or fail "to visit the issuing Police Station on the appointment date ... your payment will be forfeited." | Choose a date and station you are sure of |
| Get the details right | "The PNP will not re-print your clearance." You correct your details and apply again, with a new appointment, payment and biometrics | Check spelling, birthdate and middle name against your ID before saving |
| Locked fields | Name, email address and birthdate "are not editable once you save your account"; the police station cannot edit them | Type them slowly and compare with your ID before saving |
Source: NPCS Terms & Conditions, Secs. 2 and 3 (pnpclearance.ph/register), as of November 2026.
If your name, email or birthdate was saved wrongly, the terms say these fields cannot be changed, but they do not explain how to fix a locked field. Contact the NPCS help desk before booking again, so you do not pay for a clearance that prints the wrong name. The help desk details are near the end of this page.
Common police clearance problems and how to fix them
| Problem | Why it happens | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Transaction cancelled before the appointment | Payment was not made at least two banking days before the date | Book a new appointment and pay the same day |
| Turned away at the station for the ID | ID was expired, photocopied, or lacked a clear photo or signature | Bring an original, current ID from the 26-ID list |
| Typo on the printed clearance | Wrong details in the account; the PNP will not reprint | Correct the details and apply again (new appointment, payment and biometrics) |
| Name on your ID differs from your birth certificate | Different spellings or a missing middle name across documents | Use the ID whose name matches your account. A receiving office may ask for an affidavit of discrepancy |
| Lost your ID before the appointment | No original ID to present | Use any other ID on the list. To replace the lost one, an affidavit of loss is usually the first step |
| Lost your printed clearance | Paper copy misplaced | If you are within three years of your last appearance, apply for renewal without appearance and download it again |
| Missed the appointment | No-show forfeits the payment | Book and pay again; there is no refund under the terms |
| HIT on your clearance | A record in the PNP crime databases was found against your name | Follow the station's verification instructions; see the HIT section below |
| No valid ID at all | None of the 26 IDs is in hand | A barangay residence certification and a birth certificate are both on the list; check with your barangay or the PSA |
Based on the NPCS Terms & Conditions and how-to-apply guide, as of November 2026.
What does HIT mean on a police clearance?
A HIT means the system found a record in the PNP crime databases under your name. The NPCS Terms & Conditions say: "All Hit records of the applicant as found in the PNP crime-databases will be reflected in the clearance printout with the corresponding status of such Hit records." In other words, the clearance does not hide a hit. It prints each one together with its status.
For Clearance Certification applicants, the guide says that "if found cleared from all hits, Verification Officer and Clearance Processor from the Police Station shall approve" the application. A hit is therefore checked by people at the station, not only by the computer.
How long does a police clearance hit take to clear? We could not find an official answer. The NPCS pages do not give a waiting time, and the PNP Citizen's Charter was not available online when we checked in November 2026. Figures like "3 to 5 working days" that circulate online have no PNP source behind them. Check with the issuing police station, which handles the verification.
Police clearance validity: how long is it good for?
Six months. The NPCS Terms & Conditions say: "The National Police Clearance issued will be valid for six (6) months." Some employers and offices want a clearance issued more recently than that, so read their checklist. If the date on your copy is close to six months old, renew before you submit.
Employers can check that a clearance is real on pnpclearance.ph. The verification tool asks for the applicant's last name and the clearance transaction number. Keep both handy if HR asks.
Police clearance renewal without going to the police station
Yes, you can renew online. The Terms & Conditions say the clearance "may be" renewed without appearance for three years from your last appearance. The landing page puts it this way: "Individuals who have completed an NPC clearance process in person within the last three years are eligible to apply to the non-appearance process." You log in to the same NPCS account, choose renewal without appearance, upload a 2x2 photo on a white background and a selfie holding a valid government ID, and pay.
The PNP guide explains what happens next: "Applicants need not to appear at the Police Station. Wait for the application to be processed and Clearance can be downloaded on their NPC Account Profile." Note the words "may be" in the Terms. Renewal without appearance is allowed, not guaranteed, so leave time to appear in person if the online renewal is not approved.
Which renewal route can you use?
| Your situation | Route | Do you go to the station? |
|---|---|---|
| Last in-person clearance less than 3 years ago, same NPCS account | Renewal without appearance | No; download from your account |
| Last in-person clearance 3 years ago or more | Regular application with appearance | Yes, for biometrics |
| You made a new NPCS account instead of using the old one | Regular application with appearance | Yes |
| Your details need correcting | Correct your details and apply with appearance | Yes |
| First time ever, but you are abroad, bedridden, a petitioner for probation or bail, or applying for a deceased person | Clearance Certification | No; upload documents and download the certificate |
Based on the NPCS Terms & Conditions, landing page and how-to-apply guide, as of November 2026.
- Last in-person police clearance
- March 2024
- Three years from that appearance
- March 2027
- Renewal date she wants
- November 2026
- Same NPCS account?
- Yes
Ana can apply for renewal without appearance. After March 2027 she must appear in person again, which restarts her three-year window.
Police clearance for OFWs and other applicants who cannot appear
The NPCS has a separate product called the Clearance Certification. The guide says it "is intended only for the following first time applicants: Filipino Citizen Working/Based in Other Country, Bedridden, Petitioner (Applying for Probation/Bail), Deceased". If you are abroad and have never had an NPCS clearance, this is your route. You upload the documents in the Clearance Certification table above and download the certificate from your account once it is approved.
If you are abroad but did have an in-person clearance in the last three years, use renewal without appearance instead. The NPCS guide we read does not describe a representative filing for you, so ask the NPCS help desk before sending someone. For other papers a relative must handle at home while you are away, a special power of attorney is the usual tool.
Is the police clearance free for first-time jobseekers?
Yes, once. Under RA 11261, the First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act, government agencies do not collect fees from a first-time jobseeker for listed documents, and "(a) Police clearance certificate" is first on the list in Section 4. Section 3 says "the benefit provided under this Act shall only be availed of once." Section 5 requires "a barangay certification stating that the applicant is a first time jobseeker".
The PNP guide tells first-time jobseekers to "secure a copy of FTJS Certification ... together with your one Valid ID" and adds: "Free Clearance for FTJS can only be availed once." Two details are not spelled out in the guide: how a first-time jobseeker books on the NPCS, and whether the payment channel's convenience fee is also waived. Check with the issuing station before you go. If you also need an NBI clearance, read the first-time jobseeker part of our NBI clearance guide.
Legal basis: RA 11261 (2019), First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act, Secs. 3, 4(a) and 5; NPCS how-to-apply guide, first-time jobseeker note.
Primary sources: RA 11261 on Lawphil · NPCS how-to-apply guide (PDF)
Police clearance vs NBI clearance: which one do you need?
They are different certificates from different agencies, and many employers ask for both. Read the checklist you were given. If it says "NBI clearance", a police clearance does not replace it, and the reverse is also true. Our employment documents table lists what employers usually ask for before your first day.
| Point | Police clearance (PNP) | NBI clearance |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer and database | Philippine National Police; PNP crime databases | National Bureau of Investigation; NBI Criminal Database |
| Official site | pnpclearance.ph | clearance.nbi.gov.ph |
| Base fee | ₱150 + convenience fee that varies | ₱130 + ₱30 e-payment fee = ₱160 |
| IDs to bring | 1 valid ID | PhilSys National ID alone, or any 2 valid IDs |
| Validity | 6 months | Not stated on the NBI pages we checked; read the dates on your clearance |
| Renew without appearing | Yes, within 3 years of your last appearance | Yes: Quick Renewal for clearances issued from 16 Oct 2016 with no hit, or the eGovPH app |
| With a HIT | Hit records and their status are printed; the station verifies | Return on a scheduled date; 8 working days in the NBI Citizen's Charter |
| From abroad | Clearance Certification by upload | NBI Form No. 5 fingerprint card via an embassy or consulate |
| First-time jobseeker | Free once with FTJS certification + 1 ID | Free once with barangay certificate + oath of undertaking + IDs |
As of November 2026. Sources: pnpclearance.ph and the NBI 2025 Citizen's Charter Handbook. Full NBI details are on our NBI clearance guide.
Police clearance checklist: what to bring on appointment day
- One original, unexpired valid ID from the 26-ID list, with clear photo, signature and full name
- Your NPCS Appointment Reference Number (screenshot or printout)
- Payment Confirmation Slip or Electronic Official Receipt
- For first-time jobseekers: the barangay FTJS certification
- For students using a school ID: the registration form as well
- Enough time for the visit: biometrics, picture and signature are taken at the station before verification
Based on the NPCS how-to-apply guide, as of November 2026.
Applying for a job? A barangay clearance is often on the same checklist, and it comes from your barangay, not the police. You can draft the request letter on our template page and bring it to the barangay hall.
NPCS help desk and where to ask
| Contact | Details | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NPCS One Stop Shop | Camp Crame, Quezon City | Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM |
| Landline | (02) 8723-0401 local 7663 | Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM |
| Mobile | +63 927 964 6657 | Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM |
Source: pnpclearance.ph landing page, as of November 2026.
Questions about a specific appointment, a hit or a payment are best raised with the police station you booked or the One Stop Shop. For other clearances and IDs, our government documents hub compares fees, validity and where to apply.
Buod sa Tagalog
Para makakuha ng police clearance, isang (1) valid ID lang ang kailangan, hindi dalawa: orihinal, hindi expired, at may malinaw na litrato, pirma at buong pangalan. Mag-register at mag-book ng appointment sa pnpclearance.ph, at magbayad ng ₱150 kasama ang convenience fee nang hindi bababa sa dalawang banking day bago ang appointment. Pumunta sa napiling police station para sa biometrics, dala ang ID, reference number at proof of payment. Anim (6) na buwan ang validity, at puwede kang mag-renew online nang hindi pumupunta sa istasyon sa loob ng tatlong taon mula sa huling personal appearance.
Frequently asked questions
+What are the requirements for police clearance in the Philippines?
For an in-person application you need one valid government-issued ID that is original, not expired, and shows your photo, signature and full name, plus your NPCS appointment reference number and proof of payment. You register, book and pay at pnpclearance.ph, then appear at the police station you chose for biometrics, picture and signature. First-time jobseekers add a barangay first-time jobseeker certification.
+How many valid IDs do I need for a police clearance?
One. The NPCS Terms & Conditions say you will be required to present one valid ID, and the PNP's how-to-apply guide lists one valid government-issued ID under what to bring. Many articles say two, but that is not the official rule. The ID must be original, not expired, with a clear photo and signature and your full name. Twenty-six IDs are accepted.
+How much is the police clearance fee in 2026?
The official NPCS guide says the clearance fee is ₱150, plus a convenience fee that varies with the payment mode you choose. The convenience fee amounts are not published, so check the total on the payment screen. News reports in May 2026 described a PNP proposal to raise the total to ₱200, but as of November 2026 no implementation date was found and the guide still says ₱150.
+How do I apply for a police clearance online?
Go to pnpclearance.ph and register with your name, email and birthdate, which cannot be edited later. Complete your profile, then select the purpose, date and police station to get an appointment reference number. Pay through Landbank ePayment or Cash Payment for GCash, PayMaya, 7-Eleven or Bayad Center at least two banking days ahead. Finally, appear at the station for biometrics.
+Can I renew my police clearance online without going to the police station?
Yes, if you completed a police clearance in person within the last three years and use the same NPCS account. Choose renewal without appearance, upload a 2x2 photo on a white background and a selfie holding a valid government ID, and pay online. The clearance is then downloaded from your NPCS account. The terms say it may be renewed this way, so approval is not automatic.
+How long is a police clearance valid?
Six months. The NPCS Terms & Conditions state that the National Police Clearance issued will be valid for six months. Some employers and offices ask for one issued more recently, so read the requesting office's checklist. If yours is near the six-month mark, renew it. Employers can verify a clearance on pnpclearance.ph using your last name and the clearance transaction number.
+What does HIT mean on a police clearance, and how long does it take?
A HIT means a record was found in the PNP crime databases under your name. The NPCS terms say all hit records are printed on the clearance with their status, and station officers verify them. No official waiting time for clearing a hit is published, and the PNP Citizen's Charter was not available online in November 2026, so ask the issuing station for its timeline.
+Is the police clearance free for first-time job seekers?
Yes, once. RA 11261 lists the police clearance certificate among the documents government agencies must issue without fees to first-time jobseekers, and the benefit can be used only once. Bring the barangay first-time jobseeker certification, ideally less than a year old, plus one valid ID. Ask the station how to book and whether the payment channel's convenience fee is also waived.
+Can I walk in to a police station without an online appointment?
The official NPCS guide describes only the online flow: register, set an appointment, pay, then go to the station. It does not state a walk-in rule either way, and practice can differ between stations. To avoid a wasted trip, book and pay online first. If you cannot book online, call the station or the NPCS help desk at Camp Crame before going.
+Can I get a police clearance if I am abroad or an OFW?
Yes. First-time applicants working or based abroad use the NPCS Clearance Certification. You upload a 2x2 photo, a selfie holding a government ID, a passport photocopy, proof of being an OFW and an ID with your Philippine address, then download the certificate once approved. If you had an in-person clearance within the last three years, use renewal without appearance instead.
Related formats and guides
Official sources
- National Police Clearance System (NPCS) — Official PNP online system: non-appearance eligibility, online verification and help desk details. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
- NPCS how-to-apply guide (PDF) — Four-step process, ₱150 fee and convenience fee, payment channels, what to bring, renewal and first-time jobseeker notes. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
- NPCS Terms & Conditions (registration page) — One valid ID rule, 26 accepted IDs, six-month validity, renewal without appearance, payment deadline, forfeiture, no reprint and hit printout rules. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
- NPCS Clearance Certification guide (PDF) — Who may use the Clearance Certification, required uploads and hit clearing by station officers. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
- RA 11261 – First Time Jobseekers Assistance Act — No fees for first-time jobseekers, once only; police clearance listed in Sec. 4(a); barangay certification in Sec. 5. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
- Inquirer: PNP proposes police clearance fee hike to ₱200 (news report) — Secondary source: proposed ₱170 fee plus ₱30 documentary stamp tax, subject to review and approval; not in force. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
Deepak Middha, Chartered Accountant
18 years in hedge funds; writes and maintains sulat.ph. Every fee, processing time and requirement on this page links to the official agency page, citizen's charter or law it comes from, and were checked against those sources on 2026-11-11. Where a rule could not be confirmed from an official source, the page says so or leaves it out.
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