INTERPOL Update – new portal for CCF requests from 26 March 2026

As of 10:00 CET on Thursday, 26 March 2026, all requests to the INTERPOL Commission for Control of Files must be submitted via a new dedicated online portal.

In this update, we explore what this change means and what applicants need to know.

What can be done via the portal?

The portal enables applicants or their authorised representatives to do the following:

• Submit a request for access to personal data, correction and/or deletion of personal data;
• Submit an application for the revision of a decision of the Commission;
• See the status of their request during the review process;
• Access all communications and supporting documents exchanged between the applicants or their representatives and the CCF during the processing of their requests;
• Consult the decisions of the Commission on their requests.

What about after 26 March 2026?

From 10:00 CET on Thursday, 26 March, the Portal will be the only channel for requests to the CCF.

It is important to note that requests submitted via e-mail or postal mail will no longer be accepted, unless the Commission has found exceptional circumstances requiring the use of other means, as provided for in Rule 25(2) of the CCF Operating Rules.

What about outstanding requests?

Applicants who have ongoing requests will initially receive updates on their request by email as per the previous procedure.

Ongoing cases may be migrated to the portal by the CCF in due course: applicants and/or their representatives will be advised if this is the case.

How Gherson can help

Those who suspect that they may be subject to INTERPOL measures, including a Red (or Blue) Notice and diffusion, should take heed.

Gherson Solicitors continue to receive requests for expert advice and assistance from those who believe they may have outstanding financial issues. That advice tackles:

1. How best to approach a possible INTERPOL notice;
2. Preparing for potential criminal proceedings / an extradition request;
3. Preparing for a situation where a civil matter or commercial dispute could be used to initiate bogus criminal proceedings; and
4. Even exploring the possibility of instigating civil litigation proceedings to recover any misappropriated assets.

Gherson have previously written a series of blogs designed to assist those who suspect they may be subject to INTERPOL measures (including a Blue and a Red Notice):

• INTERPOL and Red Notice Challenges
• How to Remove an INTERPOL Red Notice
• INTERPOL Red Notices and Extradition
• How do I know if I am subject to an INTERPOL Red Notice?
• What is INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?
• INTERPOL UPDATE – India charges 8 people in first Interpol Silver Notice Case
• What is an INTERPOL Yellow Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL-United Nations Security Council Special Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Purple Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Green Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Orange Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is the purpose of an INTERPOL Blue Notice, and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Blue Notice?

Gherson has over 36 years of experience in assisting with all aspects of INTERPOL, Red Notice challenges and extradition. If you would like to speak to us in respect of any of the issues raised in this blog or about your specific circumstances,  do not hesitate to contact us for advice, send us an e-mail, or alternatively, follow us on X, Facebook, or LinkedIn to stay-up-to-date.

The information in this blog is for general information purposes only and does not purport to be comprehensive or to provide legal advice.  Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information and law is current as of the date of publication it should be stressed that, due to the passage of time, this does not necessarily reflect the present legal position.  Gherson accepts no responsibility for loss which may arise from accessing or reliance on information contained in this blog.  For formal advice on the current law please do not hesitate to contact Gherson.  Legal advice is only provided pursuant to a written agreement, identified as such, and signed by the client and by or on behalf of Gherson.

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