How to get a police certificate - Mali
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 document you need
Police certificate
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’re a Mali national
You can get a police certificate in person at the Tribunal or the Prefecture (for locations without a tribunal) at the place of your birth. Please ensure that you bring your birth certificate and Mali identity card when you request your police certificate.
If you’re a non-national or resident of Mali
You can get a police certificate in person from the Court of First Instance (check Contact information for address).
Contact information
Court of First Instance
Commercial Center
District III - Quentin street 64
Bamako
Phone: +223 20 22 52 63