BI MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 2012-028-A

: The main purpose is to revise the rules on the submission of National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) clearance and police clearance for immigrant visa applications in the Philippines.
: Applicants who stayed less than six months must submit a Police Clearance from their country of origin or residence, duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate, with an English translation if the document is in a foreign language.
: No, the Police Clearance requirement may be exempted by the Commissioner in writing.
: Applicants who have stayed six months or more must submit a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance together with the Police Clearance.
: Applicants for visa extension or amendment to permanent status must submit an NBI Clearance along with their application.
: The requirement took effect fifteen (15) days after receipt by the Secretary, Department of Justice and Office of the National Administrative Register (ONAR), University of the Philippines Law Center.
: Section 3 of Commonwealth Act No. 613, the Philippine Immigration Act of 1940, as amended.
: An English translation must be provided along with the Police Clearance.
: The Commissioner has the authority to exempt an applicant from submitting a Police Clearance in writing.