Why Get an International Police Check?

If you are new to Australia or have lived overseas for more than six months, employers may request an International Police Check as part of their pre-employment screening. Also known as an overseas police clearance, international criminal history check, or foreign police certificate, completing your check through Worker Checks makes the process fast, secure, and fully online.

Many applicants completing overseas screening also require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check for Australian roles.

Popular Country Checks

Select your country to go straight to a dedicated page with pricing, turnaround, and a direct application link — or use the main application to choose from 190+ countries.

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Why Choose Worker Checks for Your International Check?

Meets the highest international standards

Our checking process follows globally accepted verification and screening standards — important for international students, health practitioners, teachers, and anyone undergoing professional registration or employment screening.

100% online application

Complete your entire international criminal history check online using secure document upload and your personal Worker Checks portal.

Mobile biometric VOI

Your Verification of Identity (VOI) is completed on your mobile device using your camera for biometric identity matching. You must use your actual passport — no screenshots, photos, or printed copies.

Fast, reliable turnaround

Your result is typically ready within 10 to 15 working days, depending on the processing time of government agencies in each country.

How to Apply — 100% Online

• 1
  Order and pay online

  Start your check securely on the Worker Checks website and select your country.
• 2
  Complete mobile Verification of Identity (VOI)

  Use your mobile phone with a camera to complete biometric VOI. You must use your original passport — digital copies or printouts cannot be accepted.
• 3
  Submit your application

  Provide accurate personal details and upload required documents through your secure Worker Checks portal.
• 4
  Receive your results

  You’ll receive an SMS and email once your check is completed. Access your certificate anytime via the Worker Checks CheckHub, download it as a PDF, or share it electronically.

Identity Documents Required

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Cost of an International Police Check

What Is an International Police Check?

An International Police Check, also known as an International Criminal History Check (ICHC), provides criminal history information from over 190 countries and overseas territories. It may include felony convictions, misdemeanour convictions, pending court matters, and in some countries records of arrest.

Validity

International Police Checks do not have an expiry date, but they are a point-in-time check. Employers may require a more recent certificate depending on their policies.

Certificate, printing & sharing

Print your certificate directly from your Worker Checks portal — each includes an authentication feature to verify integrity. You’ll be notified by email when results are available, and can securely share your certificate from your portal by entering the recipient’s email and granting permission.

Frequently Asked Questions