Police Clearance | CEBU

This is actually my first time to get a police clearance. For those first timers like me, no need to worry. Here are the easy steps on how to apply for police clearance. 

Did you know that you can already apply for police clearance online? It was posted on their website on the 26th of May 2016 that applicants can already fill out a form through their site to get an access number. Take note on the reference number as you will have to present it together with your requirements. No need to print it as long as you have it noted or saved. There are also police interns ready to help you with your online application at their office in case you weren't able to apply online. You just have to pay Php30. 

Primary requirements in getting police clearance are photocopy of the following: 

1. PSA Birth Certificate/ Baptismal Certificate/ Valid ID
2. Latest Cedula
3. BARANGAY CLEARANCE

Cebu City Police Office is located at the back of White Gold Club in A. Soriano Street along SM City Cebu. 

After your online application, you may now proceed to Step 2 (cashier). Present all your requirements and pay for certain amount. In my case, I was asked to pay about Php125 for Spousal Visa. I don't know if there's a different fee for any purpose of getting a police clearance. 

On the third step, you will be asked to pay another Php65 for photo capture and biometric. Wait for your name to be called for the releasing of police clearance. Police clearance is valid only for three months. 

DFA Authentication | WWWExpress

This is a personal experience in which I want to share to all the readers out there. For those who want to have their documents authenticated by DFA, you may opt to go to DFA Manila to process the documents in person or you can go to a trusted agency to process red ribbon from DFA. First, let me give you the definition and importance of DFA Authentication. 

DFA Authentication or known as Red Ribbon attest to the genuineness of the signature appearing on the attached certification for the purpose of identifying a specific document and giving credence to the official acts of the notary public or certifying officer thereon for use, if and when required, as instrument of evidence in foreign countries. You may rest assured that for whatever purpose it may serve you, it is unquestionable that your document is valid. 

WWWExpress offers authentication service authorized by DFA under DHL. They're located at Door 1, Borromeo Arcade, F. Ramos Street, Cebu City.  You may contact them for your personal inquiries at 410-7561, 268-7138

I have to mention that I am from Cebu and would cost me not just money but as well as time if I still have to go to DFA Manila to authenticate my documents. It would be possible though if I have relatives who can help me with it. 

The very first thing I did, was to inquire through landline the requirements for red ribbon, fees, and exact location of the agency before trying their service out. Here's the contact number: 2687086 from WWWExpress main branch in Cebu. 

As soon as I'm equipped with all the information needed, I rushed to their branch in F. Ramos and started my application. They asked me for the all original copies of the documents needed for DFA authentication except for LCR. 

According to the female representative who received my call, to authenticate PSA Birth Certificate, one needs to enclose the original PSA Birth Certificate (within the last 6 months) together with a photocopy of LCR (Local Civil Registrar). Each document costs Php500 and the succeeding amounts to Php150. They have two branches in Cebu and the other one is right at Borromeo Arcade, F. Ramos St., across Diplomat hotel. She also emphasized that in order for the agency to process the documents you must secure SPA (Special Power of Attorney).

*Note: LCR is only needed when you want to authenticate your PSA Birth Certificate from DFA. PSA is formerly known as NSO.

I have a total of 3 original documents which costed me Php800. Since I didn't have an SPA they charged me an extra Php150. They will let you sign it in 4 copies with your complete name, complete address, and complete date. The process takes 10-15 working days and you have the option to have it delivered to your doorstep with no extra cost. Remember, you're the only one who can receive the package and not anyone from your family if you opt for door to door delivery. In my case since I'm not always at home, I chose pick up from their branch.