How to Get a Police Certificate - Papua New Guinea

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.

Name of the document you need

Character Check

Police certificate and IRCC requirements

You must provide a police certificate when you apply for:

  • permanent residence
  • citizenship
  • some temporary residence programs

Check your application package or instructions for details.

How to apply

Apply by mail. Application forms are available online or at local police stations in Papua New Guinea and should be returned to the National Criminal Records Office (see Contact information for complete address).

Contact information

Officer In Charge

National Criminal Records Office
Police Headquarters
P.O. Box 85
Konedobu, NCD

Papua New Guinea

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2025-10-03