Police Clearance Renewal Online

The Police Clearance Certificate remains valid for six months from the date of issuance. You must renew it once it expires. However, there is no separate process for police clearance renewal. You have to apply for a new clearance once the old certificate expires. Below is a detailed breakdown of the renewal process, including requirements and fees.

Banner for renewing Philippine National Police (PNP) Clearance ID with certificate, flag, and green “Renew” button.

How to Renew NPC

The NPC renewal process in the Philippines can be done in two ways: renewal with personal appearance at a police station and online renewal. Here is a detailed tutorial of each process:

In-Person Renewal

Here is the complete guide to in-person renewal by booking a clearance online appointment.

Visit the official Philippine National Police (PNP) Clearance System website, create an account, and log in. Now schedule your police clearance online appointment. Choose your nearest police station and appointment date.
Once the appointment is booked, bring your expired clearance certificate, two valid government-issued IDs with a photo and signature, appointment confirmation printout, and payment receipt for the renewal fee (usually ₱150).
Go to the selected police station at the appointed time with all required documents. You will undergo fingerprint capture, photo taking, and verification of your submitted documents.

Note: When I renewed my police clearance on June 10, 2026, at a Quezon City station, I completed fingerprint capture, photo taking, and document verification in less than 15 minutes. The hardest part was finding parking, so I arrived early.

The police will process your application, and you will receive a new clearance that will be valid for six months.

Infographic showing how to renew police clearance in person: visit the NPC website, book an appointment, go to the police station, pay fees, and get the certificate.

You can renew online only if your previous clearance was issued within the last three years and your details have not changed. Here is the detailed online renewal process:

First of all, log in to your account on the PNP Clearance System website and select the renewal option without personal appearance.
Provide a recent 2×2 passport-sized photo with a white background and a selfie holding a valid government-issued ID.
Once the photo is uploaded, pay the fee of approximately ₱150 through accepted payment channels, such as Land Bank, GCash, or BancNet. Here is the detailed guide on payment via GCash. You can also pay police clearance via LandBank.
Wait for Processing: The renewed clearance will be processed and can be downloaded from your account. This method typically takes between 1 and 7 days.

Police Clearance Renewal Requirements

Here is the list of requirements for clearance renewal in the Philippines:

The expired clearance certificate (original copy)
At least two valid government-issued IDs with the following features:
- Clear photo
- Printed name
- Signature
Appointment confirmation printout (for renewal with appearance).
Payment receipt for the renewal fee (around ₱150 plus possible convenience fee).
Recent 2×2 passport-sized photo with a white background (for online renewal).
A selfie holding a valid ID (for online renewal). Make sure that you are following police clearance attire while taking a selfie.

Infographic of renewal requirements with six steps expired clearance, valid IDs, appointment, payment receipt, passport photo, and ID selfie.

These documents and materials are necessary to renew the NPC successfully, both in person and online.

Payments

Here is how much you have to pay to renew your NPC:

Fee Type	Amount (PHP)	Description
Base Renewal Fee	₱150	Standard processing fee charged by PNP
Convenience Fee	₱10 to ₱30*	Additional fee depending on payment method
Total Estimated Fee	₱160 to ₱180*	Base fee plus convenience fee
Accepted Payment Channels	Landbank, GCash, BancNet, 7-Eleven CLIQQ, other banks	Various online and offline payment options

Fees are verified as of June 10, 2026, from the official PNP Clearance System. Always confirm the latest fees at pnpclearance.com.ph before making any payment.

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Benefits of Timely Renewal

The NPC is one of the most important certificates issued by the Philippine National Police. It is required in several important cases, such as employment, visa, and much more. You must renew every types of police clearance within 6 months after issuance. Here are details about the benefits you will get by timely renewal:

A renewed clearance serves as current proof that the holder has no criminal record. It is essential for employment, travel, and legal transactions.
Whenever you apply for a visa or need to travel abroad for work, study, or tourism, many countries require a valid clearance. It serves as proof and helps them verify that you don’t have a criminal background.
Many employers require a valid PNP clearance to verify the trustworthiness and eligibility of applicants, especially in sensitive sectors like healthcare and education.
A renewed clearance is necessary for various government processes, such as applying for national IDs or other permits, serving as a valid supporting document.
Timely renewal ensures the certificate remains valid. It helps to avoid delays in jobs, legal matters, or travel plans that require up-to-date clearance documents.

FAQs

Yes, you can renew your clearance both online and in person. For online renewal, visit the PNP website, choose renewal, and fill out the form. For in-person renewal, visit the portal, book an appointment, and visit the police station on the appointment date.

For online renewal, visit the Philippine National Police website and log in to your account. Choose the renewal option, fill out the form, upload photos, and pay the renewal fees. Your certificate will be available for download within a day.

The renewal fee in the Philippines is usually ₱150. Depending on how you pay, there may be a small extra convenience fee. The total cost is about ₱160 to ₱180, including this fee. You can pay online through banks, e-wallets like GCash, or at convenience stores.

To renew, you need your expired clearance, two valid government-issued IDs with your photo and signature, your appointment confirmation printout if renewing in person, and the payment receipt. For online renewal without an appearance, you also need to upload a recent passport-sized photo and a selfie holding an ID.

Conclusion

The NPC remains valid for six months after issuance. There is no specific process for Police Clearance renewal; you simply have to apply for a new certificate. You can renew by booking an appointment at your nearest police station or do it online if your details haven’t changed. The fee is about ₱150 plus small convenience charges. The renewal requirements include your expired clearance, valid IDs, photos, and a payment receipt. Timely renewal helps you avoid delays and keeps your clearance ready for jobs, travel, or legal needs.

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