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Certificate obtainment assistance
You can send us a free request to illustrate your case and obtain a tailored quotation for obtaining the Criminal Record Certificate in Italy.
- You send us your request: we offer you a consultancy video-call.
- Our experts will explain the four types of available certificates
- We will assist you submitting the application to the competent Public Prosecutor’s Office or, if you prefer, through the Ministry of Justice online portal
- We guide you until the certificate is issued, providing additional services if needed, such as sworn translation, apostille, or legalization for use of the document abroad.
Application requirements
During the consultancy video-call, our experts will evaluate whether you meet the requirements to obtain a Criminal Record Certificate.
The Criminal Record Certificate is regulated by Article 24 of Presidential Decree no. 313/2002, and it is issued on the basis of the records held in the Criminal Records Information System.
The certificate can be requested by Italian and foreign citizens who are currently resident or have resided in Italy. The applicant, or their authorized delegate, must submit the request using the appropriate form, attaching a valid identity document.
Supporting documents
Applicants must provide the following documents and information:
- Personal information, including place of residence, identity document number, and email address.
- Valid identity document (identity card or passport).
- If the certificate is requested via proxy, the signed proxy form from the applicant must be attached.
- Administrative fees and stamps: Fee for issuing each certificate: €3.92; Duty stamp: €16 every 2 pages; Urgent issuance: additional €3.92.
Timeline for the certificate release
- Standard processing time: In most cases, the certificate can be collected within one week to ten working days.
- Urgent issuance: If the certificate is requested as urgent, the document can be collected the day after the request.
Choice of the certificate type
Our experts will explain the four types of certificates available:
- General Criminal Record Certificate
- Criminal Record Certificate
- Civil Certificate of Good Conduct
- Certificate of Pending Charges
These certificates may be required for immigration purposes, employment, or to apply for Italian citizenship. It is important to choose the correct type of certificate to avoid delays or problems.
Regardless of their use, certificates are valid for six months
Service provision
We adhere to established processes and internal policies for providing the Criminal Record Certificate application service.
- We aim to provide an initial response within 24 hours of receiving your request
- We guide you step by step in collecting the necessary documentation and submitting the application
- Our immigration experts can assist you in English language
In addition, we offer a 360° advice on the various legal, administrative, and bureaucratic aspects related to certificates, residency, and official documents in Italy.
