How to get a police certificate - Senegal

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

Bulletin no3

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 in person for the police certificate to the tribunal representing the region where you reside in Senegal. You must provide a certified copy of your identity card or birth certificate and pay the applicable fees.

Contact information

Justice Department (Ministère de la Justice) [in French only]

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2026-02-27