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title: How long does an International Police Check take?
description: "## **Most **International Police Checks** are completed within **10 to 15 business days**** Most **International Police Checks** are completed within **10 to 15 business days**, depending on the country being searched and how quickly local authorities process background checks. ---…"
url: "https://workerchecks.com/docs/how-long-does-an-international-police-check-take/"
updated: "2026-01-08"
category: International Checks
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# How long does an International Police Check take?

## **Most **International Police Checks** are completed within **10 to 15 business days****

Most **International Police Checks** are completed within **10 to 15 business days**, depending on the country being searched and how quickly local authorities process background checks.

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### ⏱️ **Typical Turnaround Times**

Your international criminal history check is usually finalised within **10–15 working days** after your application and ID documents are verified.

Processing time depends on several factors:

- **The country or region** where records are verified
- **Government-agency response times**
- **Public holidays or local verification processes**
- **Accuracy and completeness** of your submitted information

Worker Checks automatically tracks progress and alerts you when your results are ready in your secure portal.

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### 🌍 **Average Processing by Country**

| **Country / Region** | **Approximate Turnaround** | **Notes** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **New Zealand** | ~ 5 business days | Fast electronic verification |
| **United States of America** | 1 – 2 business days | Rapid automated search |
| **United Kingdom** | 10 – 15 business days | Standard police-database processing |
| **Singapore** | 10 – 15 business days | May require local ID validation |
| **Canada** | 10 – 15 business days | Provincial variation possible |
| **South Africa** | 15 – 25 business days | May require fingerprint confirmation |
| **European & Middle-Eastern countries** | 15 – 25 business days | Manual or translated record checks |

*These are average timeframes only. Complex cases or incomplete information can extend processing beyond the estimated range.*

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### 📩 **Receiving Your International Police Check Results**

When complete, your certificate is securely delivered via your **Worker Checks personal portal**.
You’ll receive an email notification as soon as your digital results are ready to download.

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### 💡 **Tips to Avoid Delays**

- Ensure all **identity documents** are valid and clearly scanned
- Confirm **names, dates of birth, and addresses** match across all forms
- Include **accurate overseas addresses** for the relevant period of residence
- Respond promptly to any **follow-up verification requests**

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