Online Police Certificate

If you need a certified criminal record check (police certificate) for a new job, volunteer opportunity, trip abroad or student placement, take advantage of our new online service. Quick, easy and secure: apply in less than 15 minutes!

To apply for a police certificate for permanent residence in Canada: Click here

  • RCMP Accredited Company
  • No need to leave home; no lineups
  • Safe and simple form
  • Receipt of a scanned version within 24 business hours
  • Receipt of the original version by regular mail
  • Secure credit card payment

Online police certificate form





    To apply for a police certificate for permanent residence: Click here


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    Frequently Asked Questions About Police Certificates

    Why request a criminal record check certificate?

    This certificate may be required for employment, an internship, travel, or volunteer work. It confirms that no criminal convictions are recorded under your name.

    Is an online police certificate sufficient for a Canadian permanent residency application?

    No. You must also provide your digitized fingerprints. All information regarding digital fingerprinting can be found here: Digital Fingerprinting.

    How long does it take to receive my online police certificate?

    A digital certificate is sent within 24 business hours following the request. The original paper version is then mailed to you.

    Is EDQ government accredited?
    Yes. EDQ is accredited by the RCMP.
    What is the difference between an online police certificate and one that requires digital fingerprinting?

    The term online police certificate refers to a name-based criminal background check. This verification is carried out by a Canadian police service using your first name, last name, and date of birth through the CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) database.

    For checks requiring fingerprints, the request is transmitted to the RCMP. Using the fingerprints we submit electronically, the RCMP uses the Real Time Identification (RTID) system to complete the verification.

    Here are some key differences between the two:

    • For immigration applications to a foreign country, the destination country usually requires a police certificate issued by the national or federal police. In Canada, this verification is produced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and requires fingerprinting.
    • The online police certificate (name-based check) cannot be issued to a minor.
    • The online police certificate (name-based check) will not provide the contents of a criminal record. The result will appear as Incomplete, and fingerprinting will be required.
    • The online police certificate (name-based check) will also appear as Incomplete if another individual with the same first name, last name, and date of birth has a criminal record, in which case fingerprinting will be necessary
    Are my personal details protected at EDQ?

    Yes. All security measures required by the RCMP are in place, including employee background checks.