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Criminal Defense & ExtraditionChallenging an Interpol notice
Assessing and challenging Interpol red notices and diffusions before the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL's Files, including requests based on political or abusive prosecution.

Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
4–12 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English

Overview
When an Interpol notice affects you
A red notice can lead to detention at a border, blocked bank accounts and refused visas. Interpol must not be used for political, military, religious or racial purposes, and notices that violate its rules can be deleted.
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You were stopped at a border or airport
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You suspect a notice has been issued
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The prosecution against you is politically motivated
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You need to travel safely
Your options
Three ways to act on Interpol data
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Access request
Finding out whether data about you is held by Interpol.
Usually 2–4 months
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Deletion request
An application to delete a notice that violates Interpol's rules.
Usually 4–9 months
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Preventive request
Submitting information before a notice is published.
Usually 1–3 months
How it works
From assessment to the Commission's decision

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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
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Assessment
We assess the foreign case and the risk.
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Application
We prepare the application to the Commission.
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Follow-up
We respond to Interpol's questions and inform you.
What we need from you
What helps your application
- Any information about the notice or foreign case
- Documents from the foreign proceedings
- Evidence of political or abusive motives
- Travel and residence documents
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.

Related services
Often handled together
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
How long does the procedure take?
Usually several months, depending on the case and responses from national authorities.
Can I find out whether there is a notice against me?
Yes. You can submit an access request to the Commission.
Who decides on deletion?
The Commission for the Control of INTERPOL's Files, an independent body.
Can a red notice be removed?
Yes, if it violates Interpol's rules, for example if the prosecution is political.
What is a red notice?
A request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition.
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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