How to get a police certificate – Côte d’Ivoire
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
Extrait de Casier Judiciaire Bulletin No 3
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
If you live in Côte d’Ivoire
Citizens: Apply for a certificate online at https://servicepublic.gouv.ci/accueil/detaildemarcheparticulier/1/81/61. You must provide your original birth certificate. You must also pay the applicable fees of 2500 cfa.
Non-Citizens: If you are not a citizen of Côte d’Ivoire, apply for a certificate at the Department of Foreign Affairs. You will be required to present your residence certificate, your birth certificate and pay the applicable fees (1000 cfa).
If you live outside Côte d’Ivoire
You must contact the closest Embassy or Consulate of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. You will need to provide a document stating the start date and end date of your residency along with the reason of your stay and your address.