If you must go in person, head to IPJ Cluj on Str. Dorobanților 40, avoid peak hours, and bring exact change or a bank receipt for the fee. Disclaimer: Fees and procedures are subject to change. Always check the official IPJ Cluj website or call 0259 456 456 (switchboard) before your visit.
Whether you need it for a new job, a visa application, or a court proceeding, the cazier judiciar (criminal record certificate) is an essential document. In Cluj-Napoca, the process is managed by the Serviciul Cazier Judiciar, Statistică și Evidențe Operative within the Cluj County Police Inspectorate (IPJ Cluj).