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An Interpol Green Notice warns other countries that you may pose a risk to public safety based on your criminal history — it does not request your arrest or extradition, but it can still trigger detention for questioning, denied entry, or scrutiny from banks and employers.
If you believe a Green Notice was issued against you without sufficient grounds, was politically motivated, or no longer reflects your situation, our lawyers can assess the basis for the notice and file a formal challenge with the CCF.
What is an Green Notice?
An Interpol Green Notice is an official alert issued by INTERPOL to notify its member countries about individuals who have committed crimes and may pose a risk to public safety. These notices are often used when there is credible information that a criminal may attempt to commit offenses in another country, which can lead other countries to apply their own precautionary measures — such as heightened border scrutiny — though a Green Notice itself does not request arrest or extradition. The notice contains detailed information to help authorities identify the individual and understand the nature of the crime they are connected to.
The Green Notice typically includes the individual’s personal information, such as their name, photo, and date of birth, along with details about their nationality. It also provides specific information about the crime committed, including the time, place, and circumstances of the offense, as well as any distinctive features of the individual, such as scars or tattoos. In some cases, additional identifying information, like fingerprints, may also be included to assist law enforcement in locating and verifying the individual.
These notices are published by the INTERPOL Secretariat upon request from law enforcement agencies in member states and are distributed through secure channels to all participating countries.
Given the serious nature of these notices, addressing issues related to a Green Notice requires the expertise of legal professionals experienced in international law and criminal cases. An experienced lawyer can ensure that all legal procedures are followed, and that the rights of the individual in question are properly protected throughout the process.
Is an Interpol Green Notice Affecting Your Life?
This warning can block borders and bank accounts. We analyze the grounds and file a request for data deletion.
Clear My ReputationWhat are the functions of an Interpol Green Notice?
Interpol’s Green Notice is used to inform countries about potential threats associated with the actions of a particular individual. Unlike a Red Notice, a Green Notice does not involve an arrest but is rather a means of alerting and informing.
Key functions of the Green Notice:
- Threat Prevention: Alerts law enforcement agencies about individuals whose actions may pose a threat to public safety or order.
- Information Exchange: Enables countries to share information about individuals potentially involved in criminal activities.
- Preventive Measures: Helps prevent crimes by providing countries with information about potential risks.
- No Arrest: This notice is not an arrest warrant, but rather a tool for alerting and sharing information.
In this way, the Green Notice plays a key role in ensuring international security by warning countries about possible risks.
What is the Interpol Green Notice used for?
Interpol Green Notices are an important part of the international law enforcement system and are used for various purposes aimed at ensuring security and preventing crime. These notices serve the following purposes:
Warning about dangerous individuals: They inform the network of Interpol member countries about individuals who may be involved in criminal activities or pose a threat to public order.
Increasing vigilance: Green Notices act as a preventive measure aimed at strengthening border control, checking documents, and conducting preventive activities to avoid potential crimes — especially important at international borders.
Coordination of actions: Green Notices facilitate effective cooperation between member countries, allowing law enforcement agencies in different countries to quickly exchange information and respond to potential threats.
Alerting to terrorist threats: These notices also serve as a warning about individuals suspected of being involved with terrorist organizations or planning terrorist acts.
If you believe that your name has been wrongly included on the list or that the notice is no longer relevant, it is important to consult with lawyers to challenge the Green Notice.
How to Remove Green Notice?
If you wish to challenge a Green Notice issued by INTERPOL, seeking the help of an experienced solicitor is crucial. The process typically follows four stages:
- Access Request — our lawyers first submit a formal Access Request to the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) to confirm the existence and full content of your Interpol file. This step is essential before any challenge can proceed.
- Legal Analysis — we review the grounds on which the Green Notice was issued and identify any violations of INTERPOL’s Constitution, in particular Article 3, which prohibits notices of a political, military, religious, or racial character.
- CCF Complaint Submission — a formal statement of objection is filed with the CCF, setting out your legal arguments, referencing applicable rules and regulations, and requesting deletion or correction of the notice.
- CCF Review and Decision — the CCF examines the file, may request clarification from the requesting National Central Bureau, and issues a decision, which can include deletion, correction, or maintenance of the notice. If necessary, we advise on further appeal.
The CCF review process typically takes 9 to 18 months, though expedited review may be available in urgent cases involving imminent travel, banking, or employment consequences.
Green Notice vs Red Notice
It is common for individuals to face a Green Notice alongside a Red Notice, or for a Red Notice to be downgraded to a Green Notice following a successful CCF challenge. The two operate very differently:
| Green Notice | Red Notice | |
| Purpose | Warning and information sharing | Request to locate and provisionally arrest |
| Arrest | No arrest obligation | May lead to arrest in cooperating countries |
| Visibility | Law enforcement, border control | Law enforcement globally, sometimes public |
| Typical impact | Travel, banking, employment | Direct risk of arrest and extradition |
Whether you are facing a Green Notice, a Red Notice, or both, our Interpol Red Notice lawyers and CCF specialists provide coordinated defence across both notice types.
Legal Reasons for Removing Green Notice
Challenging a Green Notice involves addressing both legal and ethical principles rooted in international law and human rights.
One key reason is the absence of sufficient evidence to support the notice, which may mean that the individual in question has been wrongfully flagged. Another important factor is the possibility of political motives behind the issuance of the notice — which would violate Article 3 of the INTERPOL Constitution, prohibiting notices with political, military, religious, or racial motivation, and could form the basis of a formal challenge under INTERPOL’s Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD). Additionally, the procedures followed in issuing the Green Notice may not comply with established norms, such as failure to respect the individual’s rights or the lack of proper documentation to justify the alert. These issues arise disproportionately with Green Notices issued by jurisdictions with a documented history of misusing INTERPOL’s systems for political or retaliatory purposes. Our lawyers have secured deletions and corrections of Green Notices issued by requesting states across Eastern Europe, the CIS, and the Middle East, including cases where the underlying allegations were found to be disproportionate or procedurally deficient.
Ethically, there are significant concerns that need to be addressed when challenging a Green Notice: the right to a fair trial, which must be upheld regardless of the charges someone faces; the presumption of innocence, since a Green Notice can unfairly cast suspicion on someone before they have been proven guilty in a court of law; and preventing abuse by law enforcement agencies, particularly where a notice is used for reasons that are not entirely legal or legitimate.
Which of our lawyers work with Interpol Green Notices?
Dmytro Konovalenko, is a lawyer with many years of experience in dealing with the Interpol Notices. Dmytro has successfully challenged Red, Green and Blue Notices for clients from Europe, Asia, the Far East.
Anatoliy Yarovyi, lawyer, Doctor of Laws. Anatoliy specializes in appeals against INTERPOL Notices, including Red, Green and Blue notices.
Our UAE Lawyers can help
If you believe that a Green Notice has been wrongfully issued against you, our experienced UAE lawyers are here to offer expert assistance. We specialize in defending the rights of individuals facing legal challenges related to immigration and international law, with extensive experience in navigating complex cases involving INTERPOL notices, including the increasingly common Interpol Diffusion.
Our team is committed to providing you with the highest level of legal support to safeguard your rights and protect your interests. Our team works in English, Russian, Arabic, Spanish, and French, allowing us to represent clients directly in the language they are most comfortable with — without relying on intermediaries or translators for sensitive legal matters. We understand the gravity of a Green Notice and the impact it can have on your life, and we are dedicated to helping you resolve the matter in a timely and effective manner. If you are in this situation, do not hesitate to reach out to us for a consultation. We are here to ensure you receive the justice and protection you deserve.
FAQ
Can a Green Notice affect my ability to open a bank account or get a visa in the UAE?
Yes — banks and, in some cases, licensing or immigration authorities in regulated industries may run background checks that surface a Green Notice, even though it isn’t a criminal charge or a court finding. This can complicate account opening, business licensing, or visa processing well before any formal legal proceeding begins.
How is a Green Notice different from a Red Notice if neither guarantees arrest?
A Red Notice specifically requests provisional arrest pending extradition and is tied to an active national arrest warrant. A Green Notice carries no such request — it’s an advisory about someone’s criminal history intended to prompt other countries’ own precautionary measures, which is why it’s typically easier to challenge but can be harder to detect until it already affects you.
Can a Green Notice be upgraded to a Red Notice while I am challenging it?
In theory, yes — the requesting country can separately apply for a Red Notice if it decides to pursue arrest and extradition. This is one reason it’s important to challenge a Green Notice promptly rather than assume it will remain low-risk indefinitely.
Will I be notified by Interpol if a Green Notice is issued against me?
No. INTERPOL does not notify individuals when a notice is issued against them. Most people only discover a Green Notice when they are stopped at a border, denied a visa, or face unexpected banking restrictions — which is why proactive checks are advisable if you have reason to believe one may exist.
Does deletion of a Green Notice remove all my data from Interpol’s systems?
A successful CCF deletion removes the notice from INTERPOL’s databases, but does not automatically remove copies already distributed to commercial screening providers such as World-Check. A thorough removal strategy addresses both the INTERPOL record and these secondary databases separately.
