How to Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (Security Clearance Certificate, SCC) In Bhutan

Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (Security Clearance Certificate, SCC) In Bhutan By Yourself

PROCESS for CITIZENS of BHUTAN – for THOSE who live in BHUTAN and OUTSIDE BHUTAN:

I. Apply to Bhutan

a. Apply in the person
  1. Candidates should apply to the Central Bhutanese Police Headquarters.
  2. Contact link: contact link
  3. How to Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (Security Clearance Certificate, SCC) In Bhutan
    How to Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (Security Clearance Certificate, SCC) In Bhutan
  4. Go to the appropriate office.
  5. Remember to bring the necessary copy of documents together with the originals in the offices.
  6. Contact the authorities regarding your request. According to the guidelines of the authorities, one must submit the filled out application and the supporting documents.
  7. The applicant must pay for the certificate in accordance with the procedure instructed.
  8. The application will be handled by the department responsible for it.
  9. The document can be obtained from the place where the applicant made application in person upon notifying.
b. Make an online application (in Bhutan & overseas)
  1. Apply online via the portal: on-line portal
  2. Select”Applications” and then click on the “Application” choice, then click on the “New Application” sub option to open the application page.
  3. In the online entry form, you will need to provide your citizen ID as well as other information requested and click the “Apply” button at the bottom to complete the application on line.
  4. The application process will take place online, and is available on the internet.
  5. In the online portal , select the Track your Application menu and enter the ID of the citizen to check the status. If the application is approved, the user must take it to print.
c. SMS Based Security Clearance Service (in Bhutan & overseas)
  1. By SMS, the applicant will..
    1. Request a security clearance (SCC).
    2. Check the status of your application.
  2. If they are B-Mobile or T-Cell subscribers.
  3. New SCS applicants can apply for:
    1. Type SCS CID No DOB (DOB in the format YYYYY-MM-DD) and then send it to 5678
  4. Please follow the SMS response.
  5. To monitor the status of an application:
    1. Type SCST CID No. and forward it to 5678.
II. Application procedure for overseas

a. By fax or telephone.
  1. Candidates must make contact with for more information at Royal Bhutanese Police Headquarters.
  2. Telephone: 975-2-322-347/348. Or fax : 975-2-322-803.
  3. In accordance with the advice of the authorities, applicants must follow the appropriate procedure for obtaining the certificate.
Take note that it is recommended to speak with the consulate or embassy in your country for assistance. Contact information: link

PROCESS for non CITIZENS of BHUTAN – for THOSE who live in BHUTAN and outside BHUTAN:

I. Apply to Bhutan

a. Apply in the person
  1. The applicant must apply to the Central Bhutanese Police Headquarters.
  2. Contact link: contact link
  3. Go to the appropriate office.
  4. Do not forget to bring the document’s required copy and originals with you at the post office.
  5. Contact the authorities to discuss your requirements. According to the advice of authorities, you must submit your filled out application and the supporting documents.
  6. The applicant must pay for the certificate in accordance with the procedure instructed.
  7. The application will be handled by the appropriate department.
  8. The certificate is available from the place where the applicant made application in person upon notifying.
II. Application procedure for overseas

a. By fax or telephone.
  1. The applicant must make contact with for more information at Royal Bhutanese Police Headquarters.
  2. Telephone: 975-2-322-347/348. Or to fax: 975-2-322-803.
  3. According to the guidance of the authorities applicant must follow the relevant process to obtain the certificate.
Take note that it is advised to call the consulate or embassy in your country to get advice. Contact details: link

Required Documents For Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate (Security Clearance Certificate, SCC)

Specific to a country

  • A valid identity document (identity card or passport, driving licence, etc.))
  • Birth certificate
  • Address evidence
  • Fees applicable to the application

Foreign national

  • A photocopy of your passport while staying in Bhutan.
  • A duplicate of your permit for staying in Bhutan along with your passport number and location of issue , as well.

In general

  • Formulary for application : Form
  • Valid passport (attested copy in accordance with the requirements)
  • Valid proof of citizenship (respective identification issued by the each country)
  • Size of passport photos
  • Documents of legal residence (copy of the passport used during that time period, along with seal and stamp)
  • An email address (useful to relay issues related to your application.
  • Self-addressed envelopes that is stamped or not (as as)
  • A valid contact number (applicant may be transmitted)

Office Locations and Contacts

Royal Bhutan Police HQ,
Zilnon Namgyeling (2,004.07 km)
11011 Thimphu, Bhutan.
Telephone – Phone number 975-2-322-347/348
Fax: 975-2-322-803
Contacts: link1 & link2

Eligibility

  • A person who has a valid passport as well as an address proof that is valid.
  • Age: 15 years or over. For minors applicants, the application should be signed by the parent who has the authority of parenthood, if the minor isn’t yet sixteen years old.
  • The location of the applicant has to be the same as that on the passport along with other documents supporting it.
  • The applicants must be in need of a residence status, employment, or a long time visas, or who are seeking to move to a country that is not their own.

Fees

  • There is no charge in the sense of a fee, however, based on the specific requirements, authorities will give fees information.
  • Fees vary from the instance. The latest fee requirements will be announced by the respective authorities when applying.

Validity

  • One year (Usually these certificates last for six months).
  • Otherwise, as stated in the certification.
  • Validity norms differ between countries.

Processing Time

  • Online, the process could take between two and three days.
  • In other cases, the processing time may differ according to the standards. Authorities will inform you of the specifics.
  • Processing times vary according to the country in which it was the application was made.

Instructions

  • The G2C also allows applicants to submit applications via G2C. G2C through the link G2C
  • Select Security Clearance , or click on track to apply to SCC
  • To make an application via SMS, select the view manual option.

The Information You Need

Ensure you provide:

  • Your full name
  • birth date
  • Sexual sex
  • Mailing address
  • telephone number
  • or fax number
  • and/or e-mail addresses

The Document is required

  • PCC Certification that confirms that the applicant has not participated in any crime which led to an involvement by police (Bhutanese police force) and is required when someone applies for an immigration visa to different countries.

Information that could be helpful

Security clearances have always been a major issue. The process is lengthy and lengthy. Additionally, you must journey all the way to Thimphu for processing the documents. No longer.

The launch on the internet system all you require is a computer and internet access. Log onto http://www.scs.rbp.gov.bt and do what is necessary and wait. Within 12 hours, you will be able to get the security certificate.

The service is accessible anywhere. You can also go to your nearest station of police as well as Geog Administrative Officers to avail the service.

Other uses for the document/certificate

In many cases, you could be asked by the appropriate authorities to provide a Police Clearance Certificates from a different country in which you resided for a period of period of time. If you’re going through an the process of obtaining an immigration visa, you will certainly be required to present this type of certificate.

External Links

Ministry of Home & Cultural Affairs

Royal Bhutan Police

http://beautifulbhutantour.blogspot.com/2010/05/bhutan-online-system-security-clearance.html

Other

Security Clearance Unit

The responsibilities and roles of this unit will be to:

  • Verify and accept security clearance certificates;
  • Assume any other role as assigned from time-to-time.

Crime Records and Analysis Unit

The responsibilities and roles of this unit are to:

  • Compile, analyze and review every day’s crime and situation reports and then submit it to authorities at the top;
  • Monitor, maintain and maintain and Crime & Criminal Information System;
  • Forms and registers related to crime;
  • Create annual crime statistics; and
  • Assume any other role that are assigned from time to time.

Fingerprints Unit

The responsibilities and roles of this cell are to:

  • Verify, examine, classify and register fingerprints;
  • Develop Fingerprints Information System;
  • Check fingerprints, and provide an the expert’s opinion on it;
  • Keep records of the fingerprints of former convicts, suspects and criminals;
  • Create and strengthen fingerprint records in all police stations as well as
  • Assume any other tasks as assigned from time-to-time.

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