Constantinos
Lawyer · Nicosia, Cyprus
- 249 cases handled · 61 in this service
- 13+ years in practice
- Speaks: Russian, English
- Law, Democritus University of Thrace
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5.00(7 reviews)
Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) in Cyprus
The Cyprus Police issue the criminal record certificate, which people also know as a police clearance certificate or a clean criminal record certificate. English-speaking lawyers in Cyprus help you apply for it, add the apostille for use abroad, and prepare foreign certificates for Cypriot residence and citizenship files.
About Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) in Cyprus
A criminal record certificate from Cyprus, known just as often as a police clearance certificate, a clean criminal record certificate, a police character certificate or a certificate of good conduct, states whether a person has convictions recorded in Cyprus. In Greek it is the πιστοποιητικό λευκού ποινικού μητρώου, literally a certificate of a clean criminal record. “Clean” describes the result; it does not mean a record has been cleared. Some older lists and lawyer pages call this service “Police Clearance Certificate / Criminal Record Check”. English-speaking lawyers in Cyprus help in both directions: a Cypriot certificate for use elsewhere, and a foreign certificate for use in Cyprus.
A certificate issued in Cyprus
It is needed by people who live or have lived in Cyprus and apply for a visa, a job, a licence or residence in another country. The certificate is issued by the Cyprus Police through its criminal records office. Applications are made to the police with identity documents; foreign residents are asked for their passport and their Cypriot residence document. For use abroad the certificate is apostilled by the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, and the receiving country may also ask for a translation.
A foreign certificate for a Cyprus application
Cypriot authorities ask for a certificate from your country of origin or residence in files such as a citizenship application, permanent residence by investment or a digital nomad visa. It normally has to be recent, apostilled or legalised, and in Greek or English or translated. What these programmes ask for has changed repeatedly; the current list is confirmed by a lawyer when the file is prepared.
What to look out for
A clean certificate covers convictions only. It says nothing about open investigations or warrants, see arrest warrant check. How long a certificate stays acceptable is decided by the authority that receives it, not by the police. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Questions and answers
Can I get a Cyprus police clearance certificate online?
The ways of applying have changed over time. A lawyer checks which channel is open for your situation, including for someone who no longer lives in Cyprus.
Can someone apply for me?
Cypriot citizens can authorise another person in writing; foreign nationals may be asked to apply in person. A lawyer confirms what applies in your case.
Is a clean criminal record certificate the same as clearing a record?
No. It only confirms that no conviction is recorded. Removing an old conviction is a separate legal matter.
Does the certificate need an apostille?
For a country that uses the apostille system, normally yes; the Ministry of Justice and Public Order adds it.
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— Antoine03 Jul 2026 -
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It was a pleasure to work with her. She resolved an issue for me quickly and efficiently, with grace and charm.
— JDR06 Mar 2026Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
A professional lawyer, pleasant and straightforward to deal with, who made everything feel easy.
— Oystein05 Mar 2026Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
She is fantastic: she helps me and saves me money and time. She speaks very good English and Italian, and she is helpful. When you describe your problem, she knows precisely what to do. Thank you so much to this service, and especially to the lawyer from Greece.
— Masoud30 Jan 2026Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
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— Jaison30 Jan 2026Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
The lawyer was helpful and responsive whenever I wanted an update on my inquiry or had a request.
— George30 Jan 2026Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
The lawyer helped me twice to get a police clearance certificate, and also assisted my husband with the same. His English is perfect, and we were both very satisfied.
— Kim09 Jan 2026 -
Excellent value for money and a very simple process, and I was fully satisfied.
— Allison12 Dec 2025 -
I had a wonderful experience with this service. It found a solution to my problem just when I urgently needed help, and I am very grateful for the support.
— Hải30 Sep 2025Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
The lawyer was exceptional in helping me get a Spanish police clearance certificate. She communicated directly and clearly, and both service and speed were spot on.
— Matthew24 Sep 2025Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate) -
I could not get my dad's police clearance certificate from anywhere, not even from the Greek embassy, as he was living in Canada at the time, so I emailed this service. It was done within 5 business days. We are so thankful for the help.
— Sanam24 Sep 2025Criminal Record Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate)