How to obtain a police certificate - Puerto Rico

Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes.

How or where do I obtain one?
Applicants can obtain a police certificate (“Certificado de Antecedentes Penales”) from the Puerto Rican Police Department by mail or online. Please note that the website below provides all the necessary information (forms, address, etc.).

To learn more about getting a a police certificate and to access the necessary forms, visit the website of the government of Puerto Rico.

Note: Although the website specifically mentions inquiries from citizens, confirmation has been obtained from the Office of the Superintendent that non-citizens and non-residents can also obtain such certificates. This website is in Spanish.