About NBI Clearance applications from the Philippines
The NBI clearance is issued by the National Bureau of Investigation and is commonly required for local employment, overseas work, visa applications and other transactions. Applicants register on the official NBI clearance website, choose a branch and schedule, pay the clearance fee through an accredited payment channel, then appear at the branch for photo and biometrics capture.
If your name matches a record (a "HIT"), release may be delayed while verification is completed. We help you understand the next steps and the release schedule. First-time applicants and renewals are both supported.
How VisaReady PH helps
- Online account registration and application form guidance
- Branch and appointment schedule selection
- Instructions for paying the clearance fee through official channels
- Checklist of valid IDs to bring on your appointment day
- Renewal guidance for previous NBI clearance holders
- Follow-up guidance if your application has a HIT
Documents commonly requested
Requirements depend on your circumstances and are set by the relevant authority. They can change without notice, so we confirm the current official checklist for your case. Commonly requested items include:
- Two valid government-issued IDs (check the official list of accepted IDs)
- Active email address and mobile number for registration
- Previous NBI clearance details, if renewing
- Personal appearance at your chosen NBI branch for biometrics
How it works
- Send an inquiry — tell us about your case. Please don't send sensitive documents yet.
- Get a quotation — we confirm the scope, the requirements and our fee in writing.
- Prepare and review — we guide you through each form and document.
- Submit and track — you get clear instructions for appointments, submission and next steps.