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Obtaining Your Polish Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for Global Success

Whether you are a Polish citizen moving abroad, a Ukrainian or Russian national who previously resided in Poland, or an international student/worker, the Certificate of No Criminal Record is your “passport” to trust.

In Poland, this official document is known as:

  • Polish: Zaświadczenie o niekaralności (Krajowy Rejestr Karny – KRK)
  • Ukrainian: Довідка про відсутність судимості в Польщі
  • Russian: Справка об отсутствии судимости в Польше

At Lex Corporation, we specialize in bridge-building for those applying for Citizenship, Permanent Residency (PR), Employment, or Education in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and beyond.


🌎 Why is the Zaświadczenie o niekaralności Essential?

If you have spent more than 6 months in Poland, immigration authorities and high-level employers worldwide will require this verification.

1. For Citizenship & Permanent Residency (PR)

Authorities in Canada (IRCC), the USA (USCIS), the UK, and Australia demand a Polish PCC to prove “Good Character.” For Ukrainian and Russian citizens who lived in Poland before moving further West, this document is a mandatory part of the background check.

2. Specialized Employment

If you are entering sectors like IT, Banking, Healthcare, or Education, employers require a “Clean Criminal Record.” This is standard for:

  • Finance & Fintech: Anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.
  • Healthcare & Childcare: Safety verifications.
  • Aviation & Security: High-trust clearances.

3. International Education

Universities and NGOs often require a Police Clearance Certificate for admissions or volunteer placements, ensuring a safe environment for all.

Professional Assistance

Need a Police Clearance Certificate from Poland?

Lex Corporation assists clients in Poland and abroad with Police Clearance Certificates, Power of Attorney, apostille, sworn translation and international document delivery.


How Lex Corporation Simplifies the ProcessApplying for the KRK from abroad can be a bureaucratic hurdle, especially regarding the physical “wet ink” signature and the Apostille.

To obtain your Polish Police Clearance Certificate (KRK) remotely, you simply need to sign a Power of Attorney (PoA). We email you the PoA as a PDF to print and sign, then arrange a secure DHL courier pickup directly from your location. The signed documents reach our Warsaw office within 2–3 days from anywhere in the world, allowing our legal team to immediately file your application with the National Criminal Register to secure your official paper certificate without delay.

Our 9-Year Expertise Includes:

Worldwide Courier: Fast, tracked delivery of physical documents to your current address.

Remote Application: We represent you via Power of Attorney—no travel to Warsaw required.

Apostille Legalization: We get your document stamped by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs so it is valid globally.

Sworn Translations: Certified translations into English, German, or Ukrainian.

🌍 Multilingual Support

We break the language barrier by offering professional assistance in: English, Nepali, Hindi, Bengali, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian, Chinese, Uzbek, Arabic, and Turkish.


❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: I am a Ukrainian/Russian citizen currently in Canada. Can you help me? A: Yes. We frequently assist Eastern European expats who lived in Poland. We obtain your Polish Довідка про відсутність судимості and send it directly to your new home.

Q: Do I need the original paper document or a digital file? A: For most Citizenship and PR applications (like those in the USA or UK), a physical paper certificate with an official stamp and Apostille is required. Digital XML files are often rejected by foreign embassies.

Q: How long does the process take? A: Typically, we obtain the certificate and Apostille within 5–10 business days, followed by international courier delivery.

Q: Can I get a PCC if I don’t have a Polish PESEL number? A: Absolutely. While the online system requires a PESEL, our legal team can apply manually using your Passport details, making us the ideal choice for former international students and workers.

Q: Does the certificate show spent convictions? A: The Zaświadczenie o niekaralności confirms your status at the time of inquiry. If a conviction has been legally “quashed” or “expunged” (rehabilitacja), it should not appear.


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