What is a Volunteer Police Check?

A Volunteer Police Check is a criminal history check required for individuals volunteering in positions involving vulnerable people or sensitive roles, such as working with children or the elderly.

How can I apply for a Volunteer Police Check?

You can apply for a Volunteer Police Check online through Worker Checks by selecting the necessary check type, completing a form, and submitting your ID documents for biometric verification.

How long does it take to get the results of a Volunteer Police Check?

Results for Volunteer Police Checks are typically available within an hour after identity verification is completed.

What is the Working With Children Check (WWCC)?

The Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required for volunteers working with children and varies by state and territory. It is mandatory for specific volunteer roles.

What is the International Police Check?

An International Police Check is required if a volunteer has lived overseas for more than six months in the last ten years. It covers criminal history in over 190 countries.

Volunteer & Charity Police Checks

Fast, compliant screening for volunteers and charity workers across Australia. Secure online processing, biometric identity verification, and easy certificate sharing.

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Volunteer & Charity Police Checks

Fast, compliant screening for volunteers, charities, and NFPs. Secure online processing with results typically in under 60 minutes.

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1. Identify the Need for Screening

Police checks are typically required for volunteers working with:

Children or young people
People with disability
Elderly community members
At-risk or vulnerable groups

2. Choose the Appropriate Check

✔ Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (Volunteer NPC) The standard screening for Australian volunteers. Covers all states (VIC, NSW, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT, ACT).
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✔ International Criminal History Check (ICHC) Required when a volunteer has lived overseas for 6+ months in the last 10 years.
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3. How It Works (Online & Secure)

Apply Online: Volunteers select the “Volunteer Check” and complete the mobile-friendly form.
Biometric ID (VOI): No post office needed. Volunteers verify identity using their phone camera and ID documents.
Secure Results: Results are delivered to the volunteer’s private portal. Certificates can be shared digitally.

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