Sierra Leone Police Introduces Fully Digital Police Clearance Certificate Application Through WanGov

Applying for a Police Clearance Certificate in Sierra Leone is now easier than ever. Through the government's WanGov platform, citizens can complete most of the application process online, reducing paperwork and improving access to the essential service.

The digital system allows applicants to register, submit their details, make payments electronically, and receive notifications before visiting the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for biometric fingerprinting.

Applicants are required to create a WanGov account using a WhatsApp-registered phone number and a valid National Identity Card. After selecting the Police Clearance Certificate service under the Law Enforcement and Public Safety category, users can complete the application form and pay through Mobile Money or SLCB bank payment.

Once the application is processed, applicants will receive a WhatsApp notification informing them when to report to the CID for fingerprint capture, the final step before the certificate is issued.

The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to digitize public services, making government processes faster, more transparent, and more convenient for citizens.