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How do I check that I’m legally able to work in Australia ?

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Verify Work Rights Instantly with a Worker Checks VEVO Check #

To make sure you — or your workers — meet Australian employment and immigration laws, it’s recommended that you complete two simple checks through Worker Checks:

1️⃣ Australian Police Check (Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check)
2️⃣ VEVO Check (Visa Entitlement Verification Online)

If you’ve spent time overseas or employ international workers, you may also need:
3️⃣ International Police Check

🧩 1. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) #

An Australian police check confirms that a worker has no disclosable criminal history that may affect their ability to perform regulated or sensitive work.
Worker Checks is ACIC-accredited and provides results quickly — 75 % of checks complete in under one hour.

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🌏 2. VEVO Check – Right to Work in Australia #

A Worker Checks VEVO check instantly confirms whether a worker’s visa is valid and whether they are legally entitled to work in Australia.
This check is completed 100 % online and results appear in your personal portal within seconds.

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✈️ 3. International Police Check #

If you or your worker has lived or worked overseas for more than six months, many employers and licensing authorities require an International Police Check.
Worker Checks offers fast, fully digital processing across 70+ countries, including:

  • New Zealand (≈ 5 days)
  • USA (1–2 days)
  • India (≈ 7 days)
  • UK (≈ 10 days)

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🏢 Business Solutions for Employers #

If you manage a workforce or HR team, Worker Checks offers free business portal access to:

  • Invite and track multiple workers at once
  • Manage VEVO re-checks automatically
  • Receive real-time compliance updates
  • Worker or Employer Pays

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💡 Why Choose Worker Checks #

✅ ACIC-accredited provider
✅ All data hosted in Australia
✅ Fast, digital processing
✅ Compliant with employer obligations

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