Certificates and clearances

Barangay Clearance

Shows that you have no pending case at the barangay. Employers, banks, schools and government offices ask for it.

Request online

Who can get it

Anyone who lives in Bel-Air, 18 or older.
Under 18: a parent or guardian requests it for you and comes with you to the hall.

A valid government ID. If you verified an ID in My Account, you do not need to bring it.
Your reference number, or the printed copy of your request.
The fee, in cash.

New, renewal or replacement
If you need	What to do
New request	Request online each time you need one. Each clearance is for one purpose.
Renewal	There is no renewal: when it lapses, request a new one.
Lost or damaged	Request a new one. The old one's QR code is cancelled so it cannot be reused.

Request onlineSign in, choose the purpose and check your details. About five minutes.
Get your reference numberPrint your copy at home if you can. It is not valid yet: it carries a QR code that shows "pending".
Visit the hall within 30 daysShow your ID and pay at the counter. After 30 days an unpaid request lapses and you request again.
Receive your clearanceStaff validate it, stamp the dry seal and attach the official receipt. Its QR code now shows "valid".

PDFBarangay Clearance — request form (for walk-in applicants)PDF · 52 KB · version of September 1, 2026 · Office of the Barangay SecretaryDownload

Only the current approved version is linked here.

You need a free account so you can follow your request. It takes about five minutes.

Page last reviewed October 1, 2026 by the Office of the Barangay Secretary.