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Published on March 25, 2026 . Last updated on May 22, 2026

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Step-by-Step Guide to Getting an RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta

Every year, thousands of people in Malta need an RCMP Criminal Record Check, whether for immigration, work, professional licensing, or volunteering. But many run into delays or problems, such as incorrect submissions, which can hold up their applications for weeks.

The good news is that getting your RCMP Criminal Record Check does not have to be complicated. The key is doing it the right way, which includes collecting your ink fingerprints correctly, submitting the correct forms, and ensuring everything meets Canadian submission requirements.

This is where Globeia can help. Globeia helps Malta applicants through the process, offering mobile ink fingerprint collection, document review, and submission coordination through Globeia Incorporated in Toronto, so your application is prepared correctly before it reaches the RCMP.

In this blog, we will take you through each step in a clear, simple, and easy-to-follow way, from determining what kind of RCMP Criminal Record Check you need to prepare your ID, collecting ink fingerprints, submitting your application, and receiving your verified certificate.

By following these steps, you can get your RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta correctly and without avoidable delays.

What Is an RCMP Criminal Record Check and Why Is It Important

An RCMP Criminal Record Check is an official verification conducted by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) that confirms whether someone has a criminal record in Canada. It is fingerprint-based, which means it uses your unique fingerprints to ensure the record belongs to you.

Why is it important:

Accuracy: Fingerprints prevent mistakes that can occur in name-based checks, where two people share the same name and date of birth.
Legally Accepted: Canadian authorities, employers, licensing boards, and immigration offices recognise it internationally.
Required for Official Purposes: It confirms that your criminal history has been verified by an RCMP-accredited Canadian company and is accurate.
Tamper-Proof: Fingerprint-based checks are tied to your unique biometric identity and cannot be altered or falsified.

Common Challenges for Malta Applicants

Applying for an RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta can feel complicated, and many residents face challenges that can delay or disrupt the process.

Finding the Right Provider: Identifying a provider in Malta that works through an RCMP-accredited company can be difficult. Many applicants waste time with unverified services that are not authorised to submit to the RCMP.
Mailing Delays: Since completed fingerprint forms must be physically sent from the country of collection to the RCMP-accredited processing entity in Canada, international courier transit time adds to the overall timeline. Delays in dispatch or shipping can also impact how quickly the application progresses.
Limited Local Fingerprinting Options: Not every location in Malta has fingerprinting services that meet RCMP submission standards. Without a trained associate and the correct form, fingerprints may be rejected, requiring a second attempt.
Form Compliance: The RCMP requires fingerprints to be collected on the official C-216C form. Using the wrong form or missing information can lead to rejection or delays.
Apostille or Authentication Requirements: For international use, your RCMP Criminal Record Check may require an apostille or authentication, adding additional steps for Malta applicants unfamiliar with these processes.

Can an RCMP Criminal Record Check Be Completed Independently from Malta?

An RCMP Criminal Record Check cannot be completed independently by applicants in Malta. The RCMP requires that all fingerprint-based applications be submitted through a company that holds RCMP accreditation for this purpose. Suggested method for Malta residents to complete their checks:

Full-Service Coordination Through Globeia (Recommended)

The most reliable method is to work with Globeia, which coordinates the process from ink fingerprint collection in Malta through to submission via Globeia Incorporated's accredited office in Toronto. Globeia ensures the official C-216C form is completed correctly, your documents are reviewed before anything is dispatched, and your forms are couriered to Globeia Incorporated in Toronto for electronic submission to the RCMP. This approach minimises errors and helps ensure your application meets Canadian submission requirements.

Simple Steps to Get Your RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta

Applying for an RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta becomes straightforward once you understand the steps and have the right support in place. Below is a clear, Malta-specific breakdown to help you complete your application correctly and without unnecessary delays.

Step 1 - Understand Your RCMP Criminal Record Check Purpose and Plan Ahead

Before starting, confirm why you need the RCMP Criminal Record Check. Most Malta residents apply for immigration, employment, professional licensing, or volunteer work linked to Canada. In all these cases, a fingerprint-based Criminal Record Check is required; it is more reliable than name-based searches and is the document recognised by Canadian authorities.

Planning early also helps if you may need additional services later, such as apostilles, authentication, or translation. Choosing a provider that can coordinate these from the start avoids having to repeat steps or work with multiple providers.

Step 2 - Choose the Right Service Provider

This step often determines how smoothly the process runs. RCMP Criminal Record Check submissions cannot be made directly by individuals; they must go through a company that holds RCMP accreditation.

Globeia coordinates ink fingerprint collection in Malta and submission through Globeia Incorporated's accredited office in Toronto. Globeia simplifies the process by handling fingerprint appointment booking, document checks, secure courier to Toronto, and progress tracking. Other options, such as collecting ink fingerprints locally and couriering them independently to an accredited company, are possible but carry higher risks of unclear impressions, courier delays, or missing details.

Step 3 - Prepare Your Documents Early

Having your documents ready before your appointment avoids delays. You will need two valid government-issued IDs; at least one must clearly show your name, date of birth, signature, and photograph. Photocopies of both IDs are required for submission purposes. A signed CCRTIS-approved consent form, as required by CCRTIS, must also be completed before your application can move forward.

Having clear photocopies of both IDs ready helps avoid delays during the document review stage.

Step 4 - Get Your Ink Fingerprints Taken Correctly

Your ink fingerprints must be collected on the official C-216C form. Accuracy matters; smudged or incomplete impressions can lead to rejection and require a second appointment.

With Globeia, the process is straightforward. A trained associate authorised by Globeia Incorporated will visit you in Malta at your chosen location and collect your ink fingerprints on the correct form, ensuring impressions are clear, properly sequenced, and meet the standard required for RCMP submission.

Helpful tip: Ask for an immediate quality check so that any unclear impressions can be recollected on the spot before the associate leaves.

Step 5 - Secure Courier and Submission to the RCMP

Once your ink fingerprints are collected, your completed forms and supporting documents are reviewed for completeness before being couriered to Globeia Incorporated in Toronto. Globeia Incorporated then handles the electronic submission to the RCMP's CCRTIS system.

If ink fingerprints are collected locally and couriered independently, they must be sent to Globeia Incorporated in Toronto. Submission to the RCMP is handled from there, not directly from Malta.

Step 6 - Receive and Track Your RCMP Criminal Record Check

Once submitted, processing times range from 3 to 120 days and are determined entirely by the RCMP based on application volume and individual circumstances. Mailing time is additional to this window. No private company has any control over RCMP processing timelines.

Your Criminal Record Check is issued directly by the RCMP upon completion of their verification and delivered to your preferred address.

Step 7 - Additional Services if Required

For international use, your RCMP Criminal Record Check may require:

Apostille or authentication
Translation services
Secure international courier delivery

Please note that Globeia does not directly apostille official government documents and does not perform apostille services on behalf of any government authority. All apostille and authentication requests are submitted by our company to the designated competent government authority on your behalf.

Globeia can coordinate these services alongside your application, helping Malta residents avoid managing multiple providers for different stages of document preparation.

How Long Does It Take to Get an RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta?

Once your ink fingerprint forms and documents are received by Globeia Incorporated in Toronto and submitted to the RCMP, processing times range from 3 to 120 days and are determined entirely by the RCMP based on application volume and individual circumstances. Mailing time is additional to this window. No private company has any control over RCMP processing timelines.

Delays most commonly occur due to incomplete documentation or unclear fingerprint impressions. Globeia's document review and careful ink fingerprint collection process help ensure your application is prepared correctly before it is couriered to Toronto, reducing the risk of avoidable issues before submission.

Frequently Overlooked Mistakes by Malta Applicants

Using Incorrect or Outdated Forms: Many applicants unknowingly use the wrong form or an outdated version. Even small mistakes, such as missing signatures or incorrectly completed sections, can cause rejection and require starting again.
Smudged or Poor Quality Fingerprint Impressions: Ink fingerprint impressions must be clear. Smudges, light pressure, or poor ink impression quality often lead to rejection, meaning another appointment and additional waiting time.
Missing, Expired, or Unclear ID Documents: Submitting expired documents, unclear copies, or incomplete identity verification slows the process and can stop your application from moving forward.
Skipping Submission Compliance Checks: The RCMP has specific submission standards. Assuming local police requirements are equivalent is a common mistake that leads to delays or refusals.
Assuming Name-Based Checks Are Acceptable: Some applicants believe a name-based police certificate will satisfy the requirement. For an RCMP Criminal Record Check, fingerprint-based submission is mandatory for official purposes.
Incorrect Personal Details: Spelling mistakes, mismatched dates of birth, or inconsistent details across documents can trigger additional verification steps and slow results.

Conclusion

Applying for an RCMP Criminal Record Check from Malta does not have to feel confusing or stressful. When you understand the steps, avoid common mistakes, and work with a provider that coordinates submission through an RCMP-accredited channel, the process becomes significantly more manageable.

With correct ink fingerprint collection, complete documentation, and submission handled through Globeia Incorporated's accredited office in Toronto, Malta applicants can move through the process without avoidable setbacks, whether the certificate is needed for immigration, employment, professional licensing, or international travel.

Reach out through our contact form, give us a call, or book a free consultation with one of our specialists to get started.

FAQs

I live in Malta. Can I apply for an RCMP Criminal Record Check without travelling to Canada?

Yes. Your ink fingerprints must be taken in person on the official C-216C form by a trained associate authorised by Globeia Incorporated, but this can be arranged at your location in Malta. Your completed forms are then couriered to Globeia Incorporated in Toronto for submission to the RCMP. You do not need to travel to Canada.

My fingerprints were rejected before. Can Globeia help?

Yes. Globeia's trained associates collect your ink fingerprints carefully on the official C-216C form and check impressions before forms are packaged for courier. This reduces the risk of the same issue occurring again. If you have had a previous rejection, let our team know when you get in touch so we can factor that into your appointment preparation.

Do I need a Malta police certificate if I am applying for an RCMP Criminal Record Check?

A Malta police certificate and an RCMP Criminal Record Check are separate documents that serve different purposes. Whether you need both depends on the requirements of the authority or organisation you are applying to. If you are unsure, check directly with the requesting authority before beginning either process.

How long will it take if everything is done correctly?

Once your forms are submitted to the RCMP by Globeia Incorporated in Toronto, processing times range from 3 to 120 days and are determined entirely by the RCMP. Mailing time is additional. No company has any influence over this timeline.

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