How long does an Police Check take?

Typical Processing Times for Worker Checks Services #

Processing times can vary depending on the type of check, the issuing authority, and the level of verification required. Many applicants completing their National Police Check want to know how long the process takes from submission to final result.

Below is a summary of average turnaround times for each check type offered by Worker Checks.

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🇦🇺 Australian Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) #

On average, 75 % of all Worker Checks NCCHCs are completed within 1 hour of receiving your application.
The remaining checks are generally finalised within 10 business days.

Delays beyond this timeframe are outside Worker Checks’ control and occur when state or territory police agencies require additional due diligence or record matching.

⚠️ Important:
A delay does not indicate a problem with your check — it simply means an additional review is taking place.

You’ll receive email notifications at every stage until your result is ready in your Worker Checks portal.

👉 Read More on Why Checks Can Be Delayed ›

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🌍 International Police Checks #

Processing times for international checks vary by country, depending on the government or law enforcement agency involved.
Typical completion times are:

Country	Average Processing Time
🇺🇸 USA	1–2 business days
🇳🇿 New Zealand	Approximately 5 business days
🇮🇳 India	7–10 business days
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Around 10 business days
🌏 All Other Countries	10–15 business days

Worker Checks provides real-time tracking and email updates as soon as your international certificate is issued.

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🏛️ Australian Federal Police (AFP) Checks #

AFP Police Checks are typically finalised within 5–7 working days, depending on AFP processing times and verification workload.

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📬 How You’ll Receive Your Result #

All Worker Checks results are delivered digitally to your secure personal portal.
You can then:

• 🖨️ Print or download your certificate (PDF)
• 🔗 E-share securely with employers or agencies

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💡 Worker Checks Tip #

To ensure the fastest possible result:
✅ Double-check your personal information for accuracy.
✅ Upload clear ID images (no scans or photocopies).
✅ Complete biometric verification immediately after payment.

Still Need Help? #

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We’re happy to assist you in understanding your results and next steps.