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Name of the Organization : ACPO Criminal Records Office (acro.police.uk)
Type of Facility : Apply For Police Certificates
Location : Fareham
Country : England (United Kingdom )

Website : http://www.acro.police.uk/home.aspx

What is ACRO Police Certificate?

ACRO issues Police Certificates to people who want to emigrate to a number of countries including Australia, Belgium, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United States of America. The certificate details whether or not the applicant has a criminal record in the United Kingdom and is required as part of the visa process by the respective High Commission or Embassy. Certificates are prepared in accordance with ACPO guidelines (please note that these guidelines do not apply to Scottish and Military convictions).

Related : Police Ombudsman How To Make A Complaint Northern Ireland : www.statusin.org/11941.html

How To Apply For ACRO Police Certificate?

To Apply For ACRO Police Certificate, Go to the official website, click on “Police Certificate” tab in home page

Next page will be opened,click on “Apply” button

Procedure :
Step 1 : Read all the instruction carefully ,then “Tick here if you require a Police Certificate for visa or emigration purposes and can meet all of the requirements listed above.” this check box
Step 2 : Click “Start Application” button

Step 1 – Personal Information :
1. Select Title * Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other (specify below)
2. Enter Surname/family name[Paul]
3. Forename(s)/given name(s) *[John]
4. Previous names* Have you ever used or been known by any other names? Yes/No
5. Enter Your Date of birth * [Day /Month/ Year ]
6. Enter Your Village/town* [London]
7. Select Your Country* [England]
8. Select Gender * [Male/Female/Intersex]
9. Enter Your UK Driving Licence Number[2598763]
10. Click Go to Step 2

Step 2 – Contact Details :
1. Enter Your Email address * [johnpaul@gmail.com]
2. Re Enter Your Confirm email address * [johnpaul@gmail.com]
3. Enter Your Telephone number (daytime) * [+7154863]
4. Enter Your Telephone number (evening) * [0587963]

Third Party Nomination :
1. Enter Your Name of representative/contact [Alex John]
2. Enter Your What is the relationship of the representative/contact to you? [Father]
3. Enter Your Representative/contact email address [alesjohn@gmail.com]
4. Re Enter Your Confirm email address [alexjohn@gmail.com]
5. Enter Your Representative/contact telephone number (daytime)[07911 258796]
6. Enter Your Representative/contact telephone number (evening) [07912 54786]
7. Click on “Go to Step 3” button.

Step 3 – Address History :
1. Select Your Country* [England]
2. Enter Postcode* []
3. Enter Your Address* Line 1
4. Date resident from* Month / Year
5. Click on “Go to Step 3”

Address History box will be displayed

1. Have you ever lived in Scotland?* Yes/No
2. Have you ever lived in Northern Ireland?Yes/No
3. Click on “Go to step 4”

Step 4 – Additional Information :
1. Select Armed forces * [Yes/No]
2. Do you possess a passport?* [Yes/No
3. Do you possess a valid travel document?* [Yes/No]
4. Outstanding criminal proceedings [Yes/No]
5. Previous criminal convictions * [Yes/No]

Fill the remaining details and upload your documents to complete the application process.

Please Note :
To view PDF documents you will need Adobe Reader software installed on your computer. This can be downloaded for free from the Adobe website.

What are the Payment Methods offered by ACRO?

The ACPO Criminal Records Office offers a number of payment options so you can pay for your Police Certificate, Subject Access or International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) securely and in a way that is convenient to you. The options include UK cheque, UK Postal Order, bankers draft and bank transfer.
** Pay by cheque
** Pay by bank draft
** Pay by Postal Order
** Pay by bank transfer

Note: For information on the cost of our services, please download the application form for the service you require.

Recognising Fraud

There are a number of fraudulent, fake or “scam” e-mails that claim to provide the ACPO Criminal Records Office’s (ACRO’s) services. They may originate from anywhere in the world and are commonly (but not always) in relation to offers of employment. They are not genuine and are an attempt to obtain money or personal details from members of the public.

ACRO is the only organisation to provide genuine and valid documents for the following criminal records services :
Subject Access :
A service for individuals wishing to find out what information is held about them by Police Services in England and Wales on the Police National Computer (PNC)

Cost : £10.00

Police Certificates :
A criminal records check for people who wish to obtain a visa for countries outside of the UK

Cost : £45.00 Standard or £80.00 Premium, £6.00 per additional copy

International Child Protection Certificate (UK) :
A criminal records check for UK nationals or non-UK nationals previously resident in the UK, seeking to work with children overseas

Cost : £60.00

(secure delivery of Police Certificates and International Child Protection Certificates is available for £9.00, and courier delivery for £48)

Important:

** ACRO’s products are not for use when coming to the UK. Any Police Clearance or Criminal Records check relating to entry to the UK would normally be conducted in your country of nationality. Normally the check is conducted by the national police service or relevant ministry, and given by the applicant to the British Embassy as part of the visa application process.

** Application forms for these services should only be downloaded via the official web pages. All applications are sent to a PO Box address in Fareham, Hampshire, UK. The PO Box addresses are shown on the ACRO website pages and are the only addresses used by ACRO.

** ACRO will never make unsolicited contact promoting our products. Any contact we make to you will be in response to your enquiry or application.

** Any e-mails will be sent from an e-mail address in the format department AT acro.pnn.police.uk. However you should be aware of “spoofing” and take care that any e-mails you receive in this format are actually from ACRO.

Contact Us:
If you are unsure if the information you have received is genuine, we may be able to help.

Call us : 0845 60 13 999
International callers : 0044 1962 871 111
Email : customer.services ATacro.pnn.police.uk

Report Fraud

If you feel you have been a target or a victim of fraud in or from the UK, this can be reported to Action Fraud

Please Note :
With effect from 12th August 2013 ACRO will only accept Version 19 or higher of the Police Certificate application form. From this date, all previous versions will be rejected and ACRO will require a new form to be submitted before an application can be processed.

Contact Postal Address

ACRO
ACPO Criminal Records Office
PO Box 481
Fareham
Hampshire
PO14 9FS
United Kingdom

FAQ On ACRO Police Certificate

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about ACRO Police Certificate:

What is an ACRO Police Certificate?
An ACRO Police Certificate is a document that confirms whether or not you have a criminal record in the United Kingdom. It is issued by the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACRO) on behalf of the police forces in England and Wales.

How do I apply for an ACRO Police Certificate?
You can apply for an ACRO Police Certificate online or by post. To apply online, you will need to create an account on the ACRO website and provide your personal details, including your name, date of birth, and passport number. You will also need to provide the contact details of the person or organization that is requesting the certificate.

To apply by post, you will need to download the application form from the ACRO website and send it to the ACRO address. You will need to provide the same personal details as you would for the online application, as well as a copy of your passport or other identification document.

How long does it take to get an ACRO Police Certificate?
The processing time for an ACRO Police Certificate varies, but it typically takes between 1 and 2 weeks. If you are applying for a visa or work permit, you should allow at least 4 weeks for the certificate to be processed.

How much does an ACRO Police Certificate cost?
The cost of an ACRO Police Certificate varies depending on the type of certificate you are applying for. The standard cost is £32, but there are also reduced rates for students and people on low incomes.