Police Report / Police Clearance

Who needs this?

• People applying for a study, work, or migration visa to another country
• Nepali citizens going abroad for foreign employment
• People whose embassy or employer asks for a 'no criminal record' certificate
• Returning migrants or NRNs who need proof of clean record for jobs or residency
• Anyone needing a police clearance for adoption, long-stay visa, or permanent residency abroad

What documents do you need?

• Nepali citizenship certificate (original plus a clear photocopy)
• Valid passport (original plus a photocopy of the details page)
• Recent passport-sized photographs (usually 2, with light background)
• Filled application form (online form on the OPCR portal, or paper form at the District Police Office)
• A working email address and Nepali mobile number for the online portal / Nagarik App
• Fingerprint impressions if requested (taken at a police station or fingerprint section)
• Proof of address or where you currently live, if asked
• For foreign use: the reason / country, and later MOFA consular attestation

How do you do it, step by step?

1. Decide whether your report is for use inside Nepal or abroad, and confirm what your embassy, employer, or agent actually requires
2. Apply online through the official OPCR portal (opcr.nepalpolice.gov.np) or the Nagarik App, or apply in person at your District Police Office
3. Fill in your personal details, citizenship and passport information, and the purpose of the report
4. Upload or attach clear copies of your citizenship and passport, and a passport-sized photo
5. Give fingerprints if you are asked to, at a police station or the fingerprint section
6. Submit the application and note down your reference / application number to track status
7. Wait for verification by the police; check your status online or follow up at the office
8. Collect or download the approved report once it is issued
9. For foreign use, get the report attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) consular section, and any embassy attestation your destination needs

How much does it cost?

Approximate and subject to change. Applying online through the official OPCR portal is generally free. At a District Police Office, small service or stamp charges may apply, roughly NPR 0-2,000. For foreign use, MOFA consular attestation is usually around NPR 500 per document, plus any separate embassy attestation fee. Always confirm current amounts at the official counter before paying.

How long does it take?

Approximate and subject to change. Online applications are often processed within about 2-5 working days when documents are complete. In-person applications at busy District Police Offices, or cases needing extra verification, can take longer. MOFA attestation for foreign use is usually same-day or next-day. A Police Clearance Report is generally treated as valid for about 3-6 months, so apply close to when you need it.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Applying too early so the report expires (most are valid only about 3-6 months) before your visa or job process is done
• Forgetting the MOFA consular attestation when the report is for use abroad
• Mismatched name spelling between citizenship, passport, and the application form
• Uploading blurry or cut-off photos of citizenship or passport pages
• Not saving the reference / application number, making it hard to track or collect the report
• Assuming the online report alone is enough for an embassy, when attestation is also required
• Going to the wrong District Police Office instead of the one for your address

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