How to get a police certificate - Kosovo
If you need to give your fingerprints for a police certificate, this isn’t the same as giving your biometrics (fingerprints and photo) for an application.
Do I need to provide a Police Certificate with my Application for Permanent Residence? Yes
Name of document(s) to get: Police Certificate (Vertetim) and Certificate from the Court (Vertetimi nga Gjygji/Sudsko uverenje)
How to get a Police Certificate:
If you are a citizen of Kosovo:
If you live in Kosovo:
For the police certificate: you can apply in person at the local police station where you reside or appoint a close family member to apply on your behalf.
For the court certificate: you can apply at your local court (Gjykata Komunale).
If you live outside of Kosovo:
For the police certificate: you can apply by email to the Kosovo Police Directorate for International Cooperation at ILECU@kosovopolice.com. Please attach your completed application forms and a copy of your personal identification document. You may also appoint a close family member to apply on your behalf (some restrictions apply).
For the court certificate: a court certificate is not required if you have lived outside of Kosovo for the last six months or longer.
If you are not a citizen of Kosovo:
If you live in Kosovo:
For the police certificate: you can apply in person at the local police station where you reside or appoint a close family member to apply on your behalf.
For the court certificate: you can apply at your local court (Gjykata Komunale).
If you live outside of Kosovo:
For the police certificate: you can apply by email to the Kosovo Police Directorate for International Cooperation at ILECU@kosovopolice.com. Please attach your completed application forms and a copy of your personal identification document. You may also appoint a close family member to apply on your behalf (some restrictions apply).
For the court certificate: a court certificate is not required if you have lived outside of Kosovo for the last six months or longer.
Information and documents you need:
- Application forms are available at local police stations.
- Non-citizens must include proof of stay in Kosovo (present or past).
- Applicable fees
Special notes and considerations
An English or French translation of your police certificate is required.
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