Criminal Record Check in Togo: Extract of Bulletin No. 3 in Lomé
Ministry of Justice and Legislation of Togo
Criminal Record Check in Togo (Bulletin No. 3)
The criminal record check extract (Bulletin No. 3) is an official document issued by the Ministry of Justice of Togo certifying the presence or absence of criminal convictions recorded under a person's name.
This document is required for numerous administrative and professional procedures in Togo (job recruitment, civil service entry, business registration at CFE, citizenship applications, and visa file submissions).
1. Online Application Process (Portal casier.gouv.tg)
Through the digitalization of Togolese public services, requesting a criminal record extract can now be completed entirely online:
- Visit the official portal
casier.gouv.tg. - Create your user account or log in using your mobile phone number.
- Fill out personal civil status details (name, date and place of birth, parents' names).
- Upload scanned supporting identity documents.
- Make online payment via T-Money or Flooz.
- Track application progress in real-time via SMS and download the electronically signed document or pick it up at your selected collection center.
2. Documents Required for Application
For Togolese Citizens Born in Togo:
- Copy of Birth Certificate (or legal birth judgment).
- Copy of Certificate of Togolese Nationality or National Identity Card.
For Individuals Born Abroad or Foreign Nationals Residing in Togo:
- Copy of official Passport or Residence Permit.
- Copy of Birth Certificate translated into French if applicable.
3. Official Fee and Processing Times
- Official Issuance Fee: 500 CFA Francs per copy (statutory fee set by the Ministry of Justice).
- Processing Time: 48 to 72 business hours.
- Validity: Bulletin No. 3 extracts are generally accepted for 3 months from date of issue by requesting institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can members of the Togolese diaspora living abroad apply online?
Yes, the casier.gouv.tg portal allows Togolese citizens overseas to submit applications from abroad and receive digitally certified documents electronically.
Where can I collect the physical copy if I do not choose electronic delivery?
Physical copies can be collected at the registry of the Lomé Court of First Instance (Palais de Justice) or selected partner post offices chosen during online application.
Last verified: September 12, 2026
Official sources: Togolese Criminal Record Official Portal, Ministry of Justice of Togo