How to Apply for the PCC in Kenya 2022

Certificate of good conduct is a requirement in almost all government institutions and as well as none government institutions when seeking for certain services or hunting for job.
The certificate of good conduct confirms that the holder has not engaged in criminal activities for the preceding 6 months and has not served any jail term.

Requirements to acquire certificate of good conduct for Kenyans.

You must be 18 years and above to apply for one.
You must be having a second generation national Identity Card.
A clear photocopy of the national ID is as well needed.
If below 18 years of age, one must have an original birth certificate and a clear copy of the birth certificate.
Fee of Kshs 1,050 .
Your fingerprints should be visible i.e not interfered with.
From eCitizen portal, you need to download and print two copies of the invoice.
You are required to also download and print fingerprint form (C24) from eCitizen portal.

Requirements to acquire certificate of good contact for foreigners.

A letter explaining clearly the need of the certificate
A fee of 38 euros
Original and copy of the passport

Who can be given a certificate of conduct?

Certificate of good conduct is issued to Kenyans residing in the country, Kenyans residing in foreign countries, foreign citizens not aliens or refugees, and foreign citizens (who are aliens and refugees in Kenya)

How long does the certificate of good conduct take before it is provided?

A certificate of good conduct in all parts of Kenya takes one to two weeks to be provided to a person who has applied.

Things you will need

Just Yourself (for the finger prints, of course)
National Identity card. Do not bother making a copy; you will do this at the CID offices because they have a particular way of printing the copy is such a way that the finger prints are legible.
Ksh. 1,000 for processing
An extra Ksh. 10 for the photocopy. It does not hurt to bring more coins for the boiled maize, pineapple or a banana at the gate on your way out.
A blue pen
Tissue or wet wipes to wipe your fingers after you are done. There is a stern warning that if you smudge the walls you will pay for the repainting.

Steps for Applying a Certificate of Good Conduct in Nairobi

Make your way to Odeon and board a Matatu number 100. They are outside Tuskys just opposite KCB Tom Mboya branch.
Alight at the CID headquarters, Kiambu Road. It is the next stage after Muthaiga junction
A few yard into the premises, turn right. You will see a sign indicating where you need to turn
The first stop is the Cash office where you need to pay the Ksh 1,000. You will be issued with a receipt and on it is the collection date.
You will then be directed inside where you will make copies of the receipt and the ID card.
The next stop is where you present your copies to a guy seated near the wall to the right to get the application form. This guy will also staple the form, original copy of the receipt and your ID’s copy together
Sit on a bench and wait for roughly three minutes while you write your name on the form and the ID number
Another guy will come, take the forms and instruct you to line up for the finger prints to be taken
The last stop is the form’s submission. The form is stamped and so is your copy of the receipt.

If you were applying for a job, you can now take the receipt to your employer as you wait for the certificate in exactly 3 weeks. Now wipe your fingers, buy boiled maize (mutungo) on your way out and have a lovely day.

Apply for the Certificate of Good Conduct Online (for Nairobi and its Environs)

You can apply for the Good Conduct certificate and pay for it online. Payments can be made via mobile money, debit and credit Cards.

Steps of application

Log into your ecitizen account
Click on ‘Get Service Now’ under the Directorate of Criminal Investigations tab.
Select the applicable age (adult or below 18 yrs), read the instructions carefully then fill the application form.
Select the mode of payment and pay for the police Clearance. The charges are 1050/=
Download and print two(2) copies of your invoice, and one copy of your C24 on both sides of an A4 paper
Present the C24 and invoives with an original National ID for adults and Original Birth Certificate for minors, to huduma centre for finger print processing
During the submission you need the following: TWO copies of the invoice you get after paying online and ONE copy of the downloaded C24 printed on Both sides of an A4 paper.
You need to go in person to have your finger prints taken.
Original Identity card and its Photocopy or Birth Certificate & its copy for applicants under 18 years.
You must also allow your fingerprints and palm prints to be recorded on the C24 form
Ensure you are using your own eCitizen account while applying for the Good Conduct Certificate. Applications made on behalf of others will be automatically rejected.
During submission you must carry with you the original documents and photocopies of the same.
Once your Certificate is ready, you’ll receive an SMS directing you on how to get and download it.

Steps for Applying for Good Conduct Certificate Outside Nairobi…

Visit your divisional CID Offices. If you do not know where they are, you can always ask at your nearest police station
You will need your original ID and 1000 Kenyan shillings for processing.
Make the payment and get a receipt before proceeding to the photocopy and fingerprinting centers.
At the end, you will be given a copy of the receipt with the collection date. Use this receipt to collect your certificate.

For more information, Visit http://www.cid.go.ke