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The document provides guidance for applicants seeking an ACRO Police Certificate for visa applications to specific countries, detailing the application process, required documentation, payment options, and service levels (Standard and Premium). It outlines acceptable payment methods, additional services, and necessary supporting documents such as proof of address and identification. The document emphasizes the importance of using the latest application form and includes instructions for submitting the application correctly to avoid delays.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the ACRO Police Certificate application in the editor.
Begin by selecting the service requested: Standard or Premium. Fill in the total number of certificates required and specify the country related to your visa application.
Complete the personal information section, ensuring all names are entered in BLOCK CAPITALS. Include your title, forenames, surname, gender, date of birth, place of birth, nationality, and passport number.
Provide your current address and any previous addresses over the last 10 years if applicable. Ensure that these addresses match your proof of address documents.
Fill out the payment details section accurately. Choose your payment method and ensure that it is made payable to 'Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire'.
Review all sections for completeness before submitting. Ensure you have included all required supporting documentation as outlined in the guidance notes.

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Where to obtain a police certificate?

Go to your local police department where you live or last lived in the United States. Police departments may need you to be there in person to request the background check: Ask that the police conduct a local or state criminal records search. Request proof that you have no history of a criminal record.

What is the difference between DBS and acro?

Be guided by the reason you need to get a background police check. ACRO checks are mainly for international applications, for employment or visas outside the UK. DBS checks are used within the United Kingdom, particularly for roles involving children or vulnerable adults.

How to obtain a UK police certificate?

Apply and pricing For more information and costs, and to apply for a police certificate, visit the official ACRO website . ACRO is a national police unit that provides a range of policing-related services for the public, international law enforcement organisations, and non-police agencies.

Can I get a police clearance certificate from local police?

Step 1: You need to visit the nearest police station in the area where you have resided for the past few years. Step 2: Request the application form for a police clearance certificate from the police personnel, and carefully fill in all the required details.

What are the documents required for a police clearance certificate in the UK?

Group 2a DocumentNotes Current driving licence (full or provisional) - paper version (if issued before 1998) UK, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and EEA Birth certificate - issued after time of birth UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands Marriage or civil partnership certificate UK and Channel Islands4 more rows

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How do I get a copy of my police report online in the UK?

How to make your request. In most cases, you should make your request to your local police force which would hold records on local systems. However, if you would like access to information held on national police systems, such as the Police National Computer (PNC), you would need to contact ACRO.

What is an UK police certificate?

A police certificate confirms whether or not you have a criminal record in the United Kingdom and is required as part of the visa process by the respective high commission or embassy. It could also include any foreign criminal history information if it has been made available to the UK.

What does acro stand for?

Two commonly used types of background checks are the ACRO (Association of Chief Police Officers Criminal Records Office) and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks.

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