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Penal Background Certificate (2026)

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Cost

€3.86

Administrative Fee Model 790

Time at office

10-20 min

Estimated time

Immediate (in-person/online) or 3-10 days (by mail)

Quick summary

Document that allows for the verification of the absence of criminal records or, in case they exist, their presence. Required for job applications, positions involving minors, and firearm permits.

Required documents

  • Identification Document

    Original and valid DNI, NIE, or Passport.

  • Completed Modelo 790 Form

    Official form paid at a collaborating bank or via online banking.

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    Digital Certificate or Cl@ve Optional

    Needed only if the procedure is conducted entirely online.

3.86 €
Administrative Fee Model 790 €3.86
€3.86
€3.86

: 2026

Step by step

  • 1

    Payment of Fee

    Go to official site

    Download Model 790 from the Ministry of Justice website and pay €3.86 at a collaborating bank or through online banking.

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    Expert tip

    "If you do the process online with a digital certificate, the payment is made during the procedure."

  • 2

    Request Appointment

    Go to official site

    For Alcorcon, the nearest office of the Territorial Justice Directorate in Madrid. An appointment is mandatory.

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    Expert tip

    "Select 'Territorial Directorate of Madrid' for in-person service."

  • 3

    Obtain Certificate

    Present payment receipt and DNI. The certificate is issued immediately.

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    Expert tip

    "You can also get it from any Correos office with an additional handling fee."

Offices and service points - Alcorcon

Territorial Directorate of Justice of Madrid (Central Office)

official ministry central

Calle de la Bolsa, 8, 28012 Madrid

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Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 14:00

Correos Office - Alcorcon Sub-Office 1

correos indirect-service

Calle de la Iglesia, 10, 28921 Alcoron, Madrid

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916192134
Monday to Friday: 08:30 - 20:30; Saturdays: 09:30 - 13:00

Frequently asked questions

Can someone else request this on my behalf?
Yes, as long as they provide a signed authorization and a copy of the DNI of the person concerned, along with their own original DNI.
Does the penal background certificate expire?
Generally valid for 3 months in administrative terms, unless otherwise indicated by the requesting entity.

Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.