Police Clearance Certificates in Canada (PCC)
Online CPIC — Canada-Wide (No Fingerprints Required)
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Name-based CPIC police clearance certificate (no fingerprints).
- Canada-wide service (apply from any province or territory)
- No fingerprints required (unless your requesting organization explicitly asks)
- Results delivered by email as a secure PDF
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Apply In Person
Fingerprint-based services (Montreal only).
- Immigration or citizenship requirements that specifically request fingerprints
- RCMP fingerprint submissions when biometrics are mandated
- In-person appointment at our Montreal office
- U.S. Entry Waiver (Form I-192) and other fingerprint-required processes
Learn more about fingerprint requirements: RCMP – Criminal Record & Fingerprinting · IRCC – When fingerprints are required
Reminder: Fingerprinting is available in Montreal only.
Note: Vulnerable Sector checks are handled by your local police service (not offered through this application).
This is our Canada-wide hub for police clearance certificates in Canada. Therefore, you can apply online from any province or territory when fingerprints are not required. Meanwhile, use the city pages below for local guidance (Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver) or Montreal when fingerprint-based processing is needed.
In brief, you apply online; then, we verify your ID;
afterward, we email your CPIC certificate. Therefore, the entire process is quick and convenient.
Moreover, this Canada-wide service is designed for applicants who need a police clearance certificate (sometimes described as a background check) or police record check that is name-based and does not require fingerprints.
In other words, if your organization asks for a “background check” in Canada, this page explains the same official CPIC process—so long as fingerprints are not specifically required.
Importantly, this police clearance certificate is commonly requested by foreign governments and international authorities as a “police certificate” or “police clearance,” even when Canadian forms use the term “background check.”
⚠️ Important:
Please read the information below carefully before starting your application.
Apply online only for name-based CPIC (no fingerprints).
If your request explicitly requires fingerprints (for example, immigration, citizenship, or a U.S. Entry Waiver),
please book Montreal.
How it works and details
Need an RCMP Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in Canada? Our Canada-wide online CPIC service lets you apply quickly and securely. Because we process requests through an RCMP-approved system, most results arrive within 1–2 business days.
In addition, most employers, schools, and volunteer programs accept this option for
employment, education, volunteer work, and travel.
Meanwhile, you complete everything online—so you don’t need to visit our office in most cases.
Likewise, this page is suitable if your request says “police clearance certificate,” “police record check,”
“criminal record check,” or “CPIC check,” as long as fingerprints are not specifically required.
Additionally, if your form says “background check,” this page covers the same Canada-wide name-based CPIC option when fingerprints are not required.
Specifically, choose the city that fits your situation;
otherwise, apply from anywhere in Canada using the online option.
Consequently, these city pages provide local guidance while still using the same Canada-wide online CPIC system.
Apply by city
Note: The city pages below provide local guidance only. However, the Canada-wide police clearance certificate process is explained on this page and applies in every province and territory.
For example, if you need local details, you can use police clearance certificate in Toronto while keeping this page as the national starting point.
Montreal (Name-based & Fingerprinting)
Toronto (Name-based online)
Ottawa (Name-based online)
Vancouver (Name-based online)
All locations use the same secure, RCMP-approved online CPIC system. However, we offer fingerprinting only at our Montreal office.
Therefore, if your letter or requirement explicitly says “fingerprints,” “RCMP-verified prints,”
“immigration,” or “citizenship,” please use Montreal for fingerprint-based processing.
Why choose our CPIC service
Additionally, apply online in minutes.
Moreover, get results fast — same day or next.
Likewise, certificates work nationwide.
Meanwhile, we protect your data.
In practice, this is one of the simplest ways to obtain a Canada-wide police clearance certificate online, especially when your organization does not require fingerprint submission.
How the online CPIC works
- First, fill out the secure online form (about 5 minutes).
- Next, upload one piece of valid government-issued photo ID.
- Then, we process your request—often on the same day.
- Finally, we email your certificate as a secure PDF.
As a result, you avoid appointments and lineups while still receiving an official CPIC certificate by email.
Processing & delivery
Typically, standard processing takes 1–2 business days.
If you need faster service, we offer express options for same-day turnaround.
Afterward, we send your certificate as a secure PDF by email.
Moreover, providing clear ID and accurate details helps prevent verification delays.
Frequently asked questions
Need more answers? Visit our FAQs page for additional questions about police clearance certificates, fingerprinting in Montreal, U.S. entry waivers, and record suspensions. As a result, you can confirm whether fingerprints apply to your purpose before you submit.
Generally, a name-based CPIC suits jobs and studies. However, immigration and citizenship applications almost always require fingerprints.
Furthermore, most applicants receive results within two business days. Nevertheless, complex matches may take longer because agencies sometimes require additional verification.
Additionally, you can apply from anywhere in Canada. If you live abroad, email us and, as a result, we will send a secure invitation link so you can apply online.
Is a name-based CPIC valid for immigration or citizenship?
No. Immigration and citizenship applications normally require RCMP-verified fingerprints. Use our Montreal fingerprinting service for those cases.
How fast are CPIC results?
Typically 1–2 business days. We also offer express options for same-day turnaround in many cases.
Can I apply from outside Canada?
Yes. Email us and we will send a secure invitation link so you can apply online from abroad.
What does “name-based CPIC” mean?
“Name-based” means we complete the check using your identity details (such as your name and date of birth) through authorized CPIC channels, without submitting fingerprints—unless fingerprints are specifically required by your requesting organization.
Is a name-based CPIC accepted for employment or volunteering?
Yes. Name-based CPIC checks are widely accepted for employment, education, licensing, volunteering, and personal record purposes when fingerprints are not required by the requesting organization.
Is a police clearance certificate the same as a background check?
Often, yes. In Canada, many organizations say “background check” when they mean a police clearance certificate (PCC) or name-based CPIC police record check—unless they explicitly require fingerprints.
🌍 Outside Canada?
If you’re currently outside the country and need a Canadian police clearance certificate, email us at
steve@identificationcanada.com | Send via Gmail Consequently, we’ll send a secure invitation link so you can complete your application online.
steve@identificationcanada.com | Send via Gmail Consequently, we’ll send a secure invitation link so you can complete your application online.
Meanwhile, if your purpose requires fingerprints (for example, immigration, citizenship, or a US Entry Waiver), please plan Montreal fingerprinting so the correct documentation is produced.
Apply today
Therefore, apply for your Canada-wide CPIC police clearance certificate online in minutes.
If your purpose requires fingerprints, please use our
Montreal fingerprinting page (our Montreal office handles fingerprints only).
Additionally, if your employer, school, or agency is unsure which check you need, choose the name-based CPIC option unless fingerprints are explicitly requested.
Likewise, if your request uses the words “background check,” you can still use this PCC / CPIC option when fingerprints are not required.
U.S. travel note: If you were refused entry to the United States or have a Canadian criminal record, you may also require a U.S. Entry Waiver (Form I-192) in addition to your police clearance certificate. Moreover, all US Entry Waiver applications require fingerprints, and our Montreal office handles them.