Police certificatesLast checked October 20, 2026
Police certificate for Nigeria
Police Character CertificateOnlineIn personOfficial page(opens in a new tab)
- Issued by
- Nigeria Police Force, via the Police Specialized Services Automation Project (POSSAP) portal
- How to apply
- Create a POSSAP account using a recognised means of identification, complete the Police Character Certificate application form and pay online. Then attend the required biometric capture session, which is free.
- From abroad
- Diaspora applicants apply on POSSAP and upload proof of residence abroad (e.g. residence document, utility bill, bank statement, lease, driver's licence or work permit). Diaspora fees must be paid in US dollars (or host-country currency) for the exact amount shown on the portal.
- Notes
- Biometric capture for the Police Character Certificate is free of charge. Support: [email protected].
Not confirmed
We couldn’t confirm these on an official page. Check the official page.
- Fee amount is only shown after sign-in; the FAQ mentions a diaspora payment of 53.76 USD as an example but does not state it as the official fee.
- Processing time and the exact location of biometric capture (police command vs embassy) for diaspora applicants not stated on public pages.
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