Volunteer Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

$21.00 inc GST

Volunteer NCCHC $21 – 100% online – 80% of results within 1–3 minutes. Suitable for eligible volunteer and unpaid positions.

Description

Volunteer Police Check

A discounted ACIC-Accredited Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for eligible volunteers.
Most results are returned within 1–3 minutes and all applications are processed securely through our Australian-hosted system.

Why Choose Worker Checks?

✓ Fast Results: 80% of checks returned within 1–3 minutes
✓ Discounted Volunteer Rate: $21 – ACIC-approved reduced fee for eligible volunteers
✓ 100% Online: Apply from any device – no paperwork
✓ ACIC Accredited: Trusted across Australia for volunteering roles
✓ Secure Portal Access: Print, download, or share your certificate anytime via CheckHub
✓ Blockchain Protected: Your certificate is secured using private blockchain technology

What is a Volunteer Police Check?

A discounted Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for people undertaking eligible unpaid volunteer roles. Worker Checks offers a 100% online application process with most results returned within 1–3 minutes.

Evidence of Volunteering

You will need to upload evidence of your unpaid volunteering placement, such as a proof of volunteer letter or volunteer confirmation letter from the organisation.

Eligibility for a Volunteer Check

A volunteer check can be requested if the applicant:

Holds the position or performs the role voluntarily for the common good.
Is not an employee or contractor and does not receive a salary or other entitlements, except for out-of-pocket expenses.
Is a student undertaking a compulsory unpaid vocational placement as part of an Australian-based educational institution’s training course.

Note: This check cannot be used for the Australian Government’s Work for the Dole Scheme.

Fast Processing

80% of checks are returned within 1–3 minutes.
Around 20% are referred for ACIC manual review and may take 1–15 business days.

Worker Checks Secure Portal

Store and share your volunteer check certificate securely with our private blockchain technology.

ACIC Accredited Volunteer Check

Worker Checks is an ACIC-accredited body with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC).

How It Works

Purchase: Add your volunteer check to cart and complete payment.
Create an Account: Register using the same email address from checkout.
Complete Your Application: Finish the 100% online application, including identity verification (VOI), personal details and address history.
Submit: You’ll receive an email confirmation once your check has been lodged.
Track Your Application: Follow progress anytime from your Worker Checks portal.
Access Your Certificate: You’ll be notified by SMS and email once your result is ready. View, download or share it from your portal.

Who Can Request a Volunteer Check?

The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) offers reduced-cost volunteer checks for individuals working on a genuine volunteer basis.

Non-Eligible Roles

Non-employment reasons that do not meet the volunteer check type include:

Tenancy (rental) purposes
Social media participation
Insurance-related purposes
Placing an Au Pair or overseas students in a family home
Participation in television productions
Family day care providers operating on a commercial basis

What’s Included?

A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) includes any disclosable court outcomes listed against your name across all Australian states and territories.

Special Requirements

For visa-related checks, ensure you obtain the correct check type from the Australian Federal Police (AFP).

Need assistance? Visit the Help Hub or contact our Support Team.