International Police Check
International Criminal History Check – 100% online with Worker Checks
If you’re new to Australia, or have spent more than six months abroad, a potential employer may request an International Police check as part of their pre-employment screening.
Also known as overseas police clearance or criminal history check, completing your check with Worker Checks makes the task of getting your criminal history checked from an overseas country easy !
Our checking process meets the highest international standards often required of international students, teachers and health practitioners, and is performed 100% online using digital document upload and secure online document delivery via your Worker Checks personal portal.
Note:Â Our checks are suitable for background screening, for example employment, recruitment and rental checks. Some organisations have specific requirements for overseas police check certificates, so we recommend checking these requirements before you proceed.
Please check with the Dept Home Affairs if you require an international police clearance for VISA purposes. We do not guarantee that our checks are suitable for VISA and immigration purposes. * Note – Worker Checks International Police Checks are not suitable for visa purposes
Why get an Overseas Police Check?
If you’re an international student, a teacher, practice medicine or nursing, work with Uber or the GIG economy or have spent more than six-months living or working abroad, you may need overseas criminal history screening.
If you require an international police check for Australia, it typically refers to obtaining a criminal record check from countries other than Australia. This check may be necessary for immigration, employment, or other purposes where a comprehensive background check is required.
To obtain an international police check for Australia, follow these steps:
1. Order and Pay for your check.
2. Complete the International Police Check Application online. Provide accurate and complete personal information, including your full name, date of birth, current and previous addresses, and other required details. You will require a current passport to apply for a Worker Checks International Police Check.
3. Once your International Police Check is processed, you will receive your certificate in your online Worker Checks portal – where you can print the certificate as a PDF or e-share your certificate with the relevant parties.
ID required for Overseas Police Check
You need an Australian or foreign passport to apply for your overseas police check.
All documents must be original and current (not expired).
Be sure to check that all of your details across your identity documents match what you’ve provided in your application. If your maiden name or previous name doesn’t match, you’ll need to provide change of name documentation.Â
How long does an Overseas Police Check take?
A Worker Checks International Police Check will usually be ready within 5 to 15 working days. In some cases, it will take longer, depending on the processing times of government agencies coordinating checks in each country.
What is an International Police Check?
Also known as an International Criminal History Check (ICHC), a Worker Checks International Police Check details recorded criminal history in over 190 countries and overseas territories. This includes identifying felony and/or misdemeanor level conviction records and arrests pending adjudication.
Why would I need a Police Check?
You may need an Worker Checks International Police Check if you’re new to Australia and want to verify your background to include in your CV or job application. Many businesses include an international police check as part of their pre-screening process if candidates have spent more than six months overseas. Police checks are usually required for international students, teachers and health practitioners.
Will I receive a certificate with my International Police Check?
You will be able to print your Worker Checks International Police certificate from your personal account page. It contain an authentication feature at the top of each certificate to allow for any employer or authority to check certificate integrity.
You will be notified via email when your Worker Checks results are available in your personal portal.
You can share all your checks from your personal Worker Checks portal at the touch of a button simply by entering the recipients email address and giving you permission to share your international police check result.
Can I get a refund for my International Police Check once I’ve applied if I change my mind?
As soon as you’ve paid for and lodged your International Police Check application, the police check is initiated. This means we can’t provide a refund for a police check application if you’ve changed your mind.
Can I apply for a Worker Checks Overseas Police Check from anywhere in Australia?
Our Worker Checks International Police Check is 100% online and can be ordered from anywhere in Australia.
How long is an International Police Check valid for?
There are no expiry dates on the Worker Checks International Police Checks. But they are a point-in-time check. Policies vary between employers as to how recently they require the screening to have been done.
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