Can I get an International Police Check for Immigration?

Understanding the Difference Between Worker Checks International Police Checks and Immigration Requirements #

If you need an international police clearance, it’s important to understand the difference between background screening and immigration-specific police certificates.

🚫 Not for Visa or Immigration Purposes #

Worker Checks International Police Checks are not suitable for visa or immigration applications.

Our international checks are designed for employment, rental, or general background screening — not for submissions to the Department of Home Affairs or foreign immigration authorities.

Immigration-related police clearances often have additional requirements, such as:

• Direct application through the relevant foreign police authority or embassy
• Paper-based authentication or apostille/legalisation
• Specific reference numbers or verification codes required by Home Affairs
• Some jusidictions will also require finger print data for processing

For official immigration processing, you must obtain your police clearance directly from the issuing country’s government authority or a provider approved by that nation’s consulate.

🌍 What Worker Checks International Police Checks Are Used For #

Worker Checks offers International Police Checks for legitimate non-immigration screening purposes, including:

• Employment or contractor background screening
• Rental applications
• Teacher or student verification
• Healthcare, childcare, or compliance onboarding

These checks are conducted 100 % online through your Worker Checks portal, using secure biometric ID verification and digital document delivery.

💡 Before You Proceed #

If you’re unsure whether your purpose is employment-related or immigration-related, confirm with the requesting organisation before applying.
You can also contact Worker Checks Support for guidance at [email protected].

⚠️ Important: Worker Checks cannot issue refunds for International Police Checks purchased in error for immigration or visa applications. Please review our Refunds & Return Policy

Still Need Help? #

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