NBI Clearance Online Application System is now available| How to Apply

Manila, Philippines - The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced today that beginning Friday, January 24, 2014, applicants for the NBI clearance can apply and fill-out the complete form thru online registration system.

In the new system (eClearance), process requires clearance registration, applicant information, contact details, family background and other related information.

“With the implementation of the new NBI system, we shall continue to roll-out and implement solutions to progressively eliminate queues and simplify processes,” said Secretary of Justice Leila M. de Lima. “online application is the logical next step after the switch.”

Over the holidays, DOJ said that they have successfully switched on its very own clearance system. The soft launch was made on January 2, 2014 with the head office and 18 branches nationwide.

"This is a first in the history of the Department and of the Bureau - our very own clearance system that was internally developed as part of our flagship National Justice Informartion System (NJIS) Project", de Lima said.

Previously, the clearance systems were run by third party providers or contractors.

The newly appointed Director of NBI Virgilio L. Mendez said that we can expect significant progress in the coming weeks.

"This is just our third week of operation under our watch but we expect significant progress in the coming weeks with the delivery of additional equipment and increase in personnel."

You may apply and fill-out the form online here.

After the online registration, applicants may proceed directly to any of the fifty-five (55) sites nationwide for payment and biometric enrollment for the release of clearance. List of areas is available here.