Police Clearance

Overview

This service entails the verification of the fingerprints by the police to confirm whether one has any criminal record or not, for the purpose of employment and studies considerations etc.

Who is eligible?
  • All Batswana with valid reasons for clearance
  • Foreigners who have stayed in Botswana for 6 months or more
How do I get this service?
  • Applicants may submit their request in person, post, or courier to Criminal Records Bureau of the Botswana Police Service. Applications from abroad should include returning postage or courier
  • No applications shall be sent by fax or email
What supporting documents are required?

Citizens

  • A set of fingerprints obtained on a recognised fingerprint form from any Police Station nearest to the applicant (even outside Botswana)
  • Valid identification documents (minors included)
  • An application letter or any other supporting document with reasons for application

Foreigners 

  • A set of fingerprints obtained on a recognised fingerprint form from any Police Station nearest to the applicant (even outside Botswana)
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Copy of either residence or work permit issued to the applicant while residing in Botswana
  • An application letter or any other supporting document with reasons for application
How long will this service take?
Five (5) working days
How much does it cost?
Free
Where can i obtain this service?
Any police station
Where can i get more information on this service?

Deputy, Director of CID (Criminal Records Bureau) Botswana Police Service

Private Bag 0400 Gaborone Physical Address:

Deputy Director of CID (Criminal Records Bureau) Botswana Police Service

Zambezi Towers, Central Business District, Gaborone, Botswana Email: pclearance@gov.co.bw

Phone: +267 3993803/ 3993882

Website:www.police.gov.bw

Opening hours: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. Alternatively access this service online on 1gov portal. Click on this link https://1gov.gov.bw/application