Police Clearance Certificates Montreal
Online CPIC & Fingerprinting
Serving Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, West Island, South Shore, and Greater Montreal
This page is dedicated to Montreal service guidance, including when fingerprints are required vs. when a name-based CPIC is sufficient.
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Tip: For the Canada-wide overview of online CPIC (no fingerprints), see the national hub: Police Clearance Certificate (Canada-Wide). Meanwhile, Montreal is the service page for local fingerprinting guidance and in-person processing.
Apply Online
Name-based CPIC police clearance certificate (no fingerprints).
- Canada-wide service (including Montreal & all Quebec)
- No office visit needed when fingerprints are not required
- Results delivered by email as a secure PDF
- Typically available the same day or by the next business day (in many cases)
To start, complete the reCAPTCHA and submit your application below.
Likewise, many organizations say “background check” when they mean a PCC / name-based CPIC—as long as fingerprints are not specifically required.
Apply In Person
In-person RCMP-accredited digital fingerprinting (Montreal only).
- Immigration to Canada or the United States when fingerprints are required
- Canadian or foreign citizenship (Spain, Australia, Italy, etc.)
- Adoption or any legal request that specifies fingerprints (Vulnerable Sector is handled by local police)
- U.S. Entry Waiver (Form I-192) and other fingerprint-required processes
Our team completes fingerprint-based certificates in person at the Montreal office. Therefore, if your letter says “fingerprint-based,” “RCMP certified,” or “immigration/citizenship,” book Montreal fingerprinting to avoid delays.
For clarity, review official guidance: RCMP · IRCC – Police Certificates
Note: Vulnerable Sector checks are handled by your local police service (not offered through this application).
Good to know:
Our Montreal office handles all fingerprinting.
If your purpose does not require fingerprints, you can apply online for a name-based CPIC anywhere in Canada.
In other words, apply online when fingerprints are not required, or visit our Montreal office when fingerprints are required.
⚠️ Important:
Apply online only for name-based CPIC (no fingerprints).
If your request explicitly requires fingerprints (for example, immigration, citizenship, adoption, or a U.S. Entry Waiver),
please book Montreal fingerprinting.
Otherwise, use the online CPIC option above and receive your certificate by email as a secure PDF.
Fingerprinting at our Montreal office
First, confirm whether your request requires RCMP-accredited digital fingerprints. For example, immigration, Canadian or foreign citizenship, adoption, and Vulnerable Sector checks all require them.
Next, visit our Montreal location. You can:
- Additionally, walk in during office hours—no appointment required.
- Furthermore, bring valid government photo ID and any forms or reference numbers.
- Finally, receive bilingual service (English & Français).
As a result, Montreal fingerprinting supports not only police clearance certificates with fingerprints, but also Canadian Pardons (Record Suspensions) and U.S. Entry Waivers (Form I-192), which always require fingerprints.
Need a CPIC without fingerprints?
Alternatively, if fingerprints are not required, you can submit a name-based CPIC online from anywhere in Canada. Typically, we email a secure PDF the same day or within 1–2 business days.
In addition, visit the Canada-wide CPIC page for full details on the process.
Moreover, this online option is commonly used for employment screening, education, professional licensing, volunteer placements, and personal record confirmation when fingerprints are not requested.
Why choose our Montreal service
Firstly, enjoy local convenience: walk-in fingerprinting in Montreal.
Secondly, expect fast results: we often deliver CPIC the same day or within 1–2 business days.
Finally, rely on a trusted service: RCMP-accredited and widely accepted.
Additionally, we help you avoid applying for the wrong check type by clearly separating name-based CPIC (no fingerprints) from fingerprint-based requirements handled in Montreal.
Turnaround & delivery
On average, online CPIC finishes the same day or within 1–2 business days.
However, RCMP processing determines fingerprint timelines.
As a result, we email your certificate as a secure PDF after approval.
Tip: For faster handling, ensure your ID is valid and your details match your documents exactly (name, date of birth, and address formatting).
Apply today
Therefore, start your application in minutes. For fingerprints, please visit our Montreal office (walk-in). Alternatively, if your purpose does not require fingerprints, complete the Canada-wide CPIC form online.
Questions? Call +1 (514) 934-2244 or see our FAQs.
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, U.S. Entry Waivers require fingerprints, which are completed at our Montreal office.
Montreal Police Clearance – FAQs
- Can I get a police clearance in Montreal without fingerprints?
Yes. If your purpose does not require fingerprints, you can apply online for a name-based CPIC from anywhere in Canada and receive your certificate by email as a secure PDF. - What if my request requires fingerprints and I’m in Montreal?
Visit our Montreal office for in-person fingerprinting. We complete fingerprint-based processing using RCMP-accredited digital fingerprints when your letter or authority requires fingerprints. - How long does it take to receive my police clearance certificate (Montreal service area)?
Name-based CPIC checks typically complete the same day or within 1–2 business days and are delivered by email as a secure PDF. Fingerprint-based certificates require an in-person visit to our Montreal office, and processing times depend on RCMP processing after fingerprints are submitted. - Is a name-based CPIC accepted for jobs, studies, and licensing in Quebec?
Often yes, when fingerprints are not specifically required. If your organization requests “fingerprint-based,” “RCMP certified,” or “Vulnerable Sector,” you should use fingerprinting at our Montreal office instead. - What does “fingerprint-based” or “RCMP certified” mean on my request letter?
It means you must complete digital fingerprints for identity confirmation and RCMP processing. Bring your request letter and photo ID to our Montreal office to ensure you apply for the correct check type.