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Completed 100% online \u2014 no ACRO application, no DBS check, no waiting for international post.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\" class=\"btn-hero\">Get Your UK Check \u2014 $170<\/a>\n <div class=\"hero-stats\">\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">$170<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Flat rate<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">10\u201315<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Working days<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">100%<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Online<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">190+<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Countries<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"page-wrap\">\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Overview<\/span>\n <h2>Why UK Workers in Australia Need This Check<\/h2>\n <p>If you have lived in the UK for six months or more as an adult, Australian employers in regulated industries will typically require an international criminal history check as part of their pre-employment screening. This applies whether you arrived recently or have been living in Australia for years.<\/p>\n <p>This check \u2014 also known as an overseas police clearance or ICHC \u2014 is for Australian <strong>employment screening<\/strong>. It is different from the ACRO Police Certificate required for visa applications, and is completed entirely online through Worker Checks without applying through the UK government.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"box-info\">\n <strong>Regulated industries that commonly require this check:<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"pill-grid\">\n <span class=\"pill\">Aged Care<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Disability \/ NDIS<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Healthcare & Nursing<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Childcare<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Teaching<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Community Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Allied Health<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Engineering<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Key difference<\/span>\n <h2>ACRO Certificate vs Worker Checks UK Check \u2014 What’s the Difference?<\/h2>\n <p>The UK has two main types of police check that Australians and UK nationals in Australia encounter. They serve completely different purposes and go through entirely different processes.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"compare-wrap\">\n <table>\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th>Feature<\/th>\n <th>ACRO Police Certificate<\/th>\n <th>Worker Checks <span class=\"badge-our\">our service<\/span><\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr>\n <td>Issued by<\/td>\n <td>UK ACRO Criminal Records Office<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Worker Checks (ACIC-accredited, Australia)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Used for<\/td>\n <td>Australian visa & immigration applications<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Australian employment background screening<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>How to apply<\/td>\n <td>Via acro.police.uk \u2014 certificate sent by post<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">100% online via Worker Checks \u2014 no UK portal<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Digital delivery?<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 posted internationally only<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Yes \u2014 instant PDF download from your portal<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Processing time<\/td>\n <td>Standard \u00a368 \u2014 up to 20 working days; Premium \u00a3121 \u2014 up to 2 working days<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">10\u201315 working days<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Employer screening?<\/td>\n <td>Sometimes accepted<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Yes \u2014 designed for this purpose<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Suitable for Australian visa?<\/td>\n <td>Yes<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 use ACRO (acro.police.uk)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Suitable for AHPRA?<\/td>\n <td>No<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 use Fit2Work or AIS International<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-warn\">\n <strong>Not suitable for visa or immigration purposes.<\/strong> The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities. If you need a UK police check for an Australian visa application, you need an ACRO Police Certificate from the UK ACRO Criminal Records Office at acro.police.uk. For AHPRA health practitioner registration, use Fit2Work or AIS International. Worker Checks international checks are for employment screening only.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Process<\/span>\n <h2>How to Apply \u2014 100% Online<\/h2>\n <p>The entire process is completed on your phone or computer. No UK government portal, no international post, no waiting.<\/p>\n\n <ul class=\"steps\">\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">1<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Select International Police Check<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\">Worker Checks product page<\/a> and select International Police Check.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">2<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Choose United Kingdom and pay<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Select United Kingdom from the country dropdown and complete payment of $170 securely online.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">3<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Complete your application<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Enter your personal details, provide consent, and upload your identity documents.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">4<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Biometric identity verification<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Use your mobile phone camera to complete biometric VOI with your original passport. No screenshots, printouts, or copies accepted.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">5<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Receive your certificate<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">You will receive an SMS and email when your check is ready \u2014 typically 10\u201315 working days. Download or e-share your certificate directly from your Worker Checks CheckHub portal.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Requirements<\/span>\n <h2>Identity Documents Required<\/h2>\n <div class=\"id-grid\">\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Valid Passport<\/div>\n <p>UK, Australian, or other current passport \u2014 must be original. No copies, screenshots, or printouts.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Matching Details<\/div>\n <p>All personal details across your documents must match your application exactly.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Change of Name<\/div>\n <p>If your name has changed, provide a marriage certificate or deed poll.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Mobile Device<\/div>\n <p>A smartphone with a working camera is required for biometric identity verification.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Pricing<\/span>\n <h2>Cost of UK Police Check from Australia<\/h2>\n\n <div class=\"price-card\">\n <div class=\"price-amount\">$170<\/div>\n <div class=\"price-desc\">Per UK international criminal history check \u2014 all inclusive<\/div>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\" class=\"btn-price\">Order Now<\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <p>Results are delivered securely to your Worker Checks CheckHub portal as a downloadable PDF. Share electronically with your employer directly from the portal \u2014 no posting physical copies.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"box-info\">\n <strong>Screening multiple UK workers?<\/strong> Worker Checks <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/police-check-business-solution\/\">BusinessHub<\/a> supports bulk international checks with employer-pay or worker-pay options, live compliance tracking, and automated expiry alerts. Free to set up, no contracts.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Timing<\/span>\n <h2>Processing Time<\/h2>\n <p>Most UK police checks are completed within <strong>10 to 15 working days<\/strong> from submission. Processing times depend on UK government agencies and can occasionally vary.<\/p>\n <p>You will receive an SMS and email as soon as your result is available. Your certificate is accessible immediately in your CheckHub portal as a PDF \u2014 no waiting for international post.<\/p>\n <div class=\"box-warn\">\n <strong>Planning ahead:<\/strong> If you have an employment start date, apply at least 3\u20134 weeks in advance to allow for any processing variations.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">FAQ<\/span>\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n <div class=\"faq-item open\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Do I need a UK police check even if I have lived in Australia for many years?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. If you lived in the UK for six or more consecutive months at any point as an adult, employers in regulated Australian industries may still require a UK international criminal history check. This is standard practice in aged care, disability support, healthcare, and other regulated sectors.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Do I need an ACRO certificate or can I use the Worker Checks check?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">It depends on the purpose. If you need a UK police check for an Australian visa or immigration application, you need an ACRO Police Certificate from the UK government (acro.police.uk). If your employer requires a UK criminal history check for employment screening, the Worker Checks international check is typically accepted. Always confirm with your employer which format they require before applying.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Is this check suitable for Australian visa applications?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities for immigration purposes. For Australian visa applications requiring a UK police check, apply for an ACRO Police Certificate at acro.police.uk. The Worker Checks UK check is for employment screening only.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">What is the difference between an ACRO certificate and a DBS check?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is for employment within the UK, particularly roles involving vulnerable adults or children. An ACRO Police Certificate is used internationally for immigration and visa purposes. Neither is the same as the Worker Checks UK international police check, which is specifically designed for Australian employment screening.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Is this check suitable for AHPRA health practitioner registration?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. AHPRA requires international criminal history checks from its own approved suppliers \u2014 currently Fit2Work and AIS International. The Worker Checks UK check is suitable for employment screening but not for AHPRA registration purposes.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Can I share my certificate electronically with my employer?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. Your certificate is delivered as a PDF to your Worker Checks CheckHub portal. You can download it or share it electronically with your employer directly from the portal \u2014 no emailing physical copies or waiting for international post.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Does my UK police check expire?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">The certificate is a point-in-time check with no formal expiry date. However, your employer may require a check completed within a certain period \u2014 typically the last 12 months. Confirm recency requirements with your employer before applying.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"cta-strip\">\n <h2>Ready to Get Your UK Police Check?<\/h2>\n <p>100% online from Australia. No ACRO application, no international post. 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Completed 100% online \u2014 no ACRO application, no DBS check, no waiting for international post.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\" class=\"btn-hero\">Get Your UK Check \u2014 $170<\/a>\n <div class=\"hero-stats\">\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">$170<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Flat rate<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">10\u201315<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Working days<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">100%<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Online<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"hero-stat\">\n <span class=\"hero-stat-val\">190+<\/span>\n <span class=\"hero-stat-label\">Countries<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"page-wrap\">\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Overview<\/span>\n <h2>Why UK Workers in Australia Need This Check<\/h2>\n <p>If you have lived in the UK for six months or more as an adult, Australian employers in regulated industries will typically require an international criminal history check as part of their pre-employment screening. This applies whether you arrived recently or have been living in Australia for years.<\/p>\n <p>This check \u2014 also known as an overseas police clearance or ICHC \u2014 is for Australian <strong>employment screening<\/strong>. It is different from the ACRO Police Certificate required for visa applications, and is completed entirely online through Worker Checks without applying through the UK government.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"box-info\">\n <strong>Regulated industries that commonly require this check:<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"pill-grid\">\n <span class=\"pill\">Aged Care<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Disability \/ NDIS<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Healthcare & Nursing<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Childcare<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Teaching<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Community Services<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Allied Health<\/span>\n <span class=\"pill\">Engineering<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Key difference<\/span>\n <h2>ACRO Certificate vs Worker Checks UK Check \u2014 What’s the Difference?<\/h2>\n <p>The UK has two main types of police check that Australians and UK nationals in Australia encounter. They serve completely different purposes and go through entirely different processes.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"compare-wrap\">\n <table>\n <thead>\n <tr>\n <th>Feature<\/th>\n <th>ACRO Police Certificate<\/th>\n <th>Worker Checks <span class=\"badge-our\">our service<\/span><\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr>\n <td>Issued by<\/td>\n <td>UK ACRO Criminal Records Office<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Worker Checks (ACIC-accredited, Australia)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Used for<\/td>\n <td>Australian visa & immigration applications<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Australian employment background screening<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>How to apply<\/td>\n <td>Via acro.police.uk \u2014 certificate sent by post<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">100% online via Worker Checks \u2014 no UK portal<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Digital delivery?<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 posted internationally only<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Yes \u2014 instant PDF download from your portal<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Processing time<\/td>\n <td>Standard \u00a368 \u2014 up to 20 working days; Premium \u00a3121 \u2014 up to 2 working days<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">10\u201315 working days<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Employer screening?<\/td>\n <td>Sometimes accepted<\/td>\n <td class=\"td-wc\">Yes \u2014 designed for this purpose<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Suitable for Australian visa?<\/td>\n <td>Yes<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 use ACRO (acro.police.uk)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td>Suitable for AHPRA?<\/td>\n <td>No<\/td>\n <td>No \u2014 use Fit2Work or AIS International<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-warn\">\n <strong>Not suitable for visa or immigration purposes.<\/strong> The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities. If you need a UK police check for an Australian visa application, you need an ACRO Police Certificate from the UK ACRO Criminal Records Office at acro.police.uk. For AHPRA health practitioner registration, use Fit2Work or AIS International. Worker Checks international checks are for employment screening only.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Process<\/span>\n <h2>How to Apply \u2014 100% Online<\/h2>\n <p>The entire process is completed on your phone or computer. No UK government portal, no international post, no waiting.<\/p>\n\n <ul class=\"steps\">\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">1<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Select International Police Check<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\">Worker Checks product page<\/a> and select International Police Check.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">2<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Choose United Kingdom and pay<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Select United Kingdom from the country dropdown and complete payment of $170 securely online.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">3<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Complete your application<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Enter your personal details, provide consent, and upload your identity documents.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">4<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Biometric identity verification<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">Use your mobile phone camera to complete biometric VOI with your original passport. No screenshots, printouts, or copies accepted.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"step\">\n <div class=\"step-num\">5<\/div>\n <div>\n <div class=\"step-title\">Receive your certificate<\/div>\n <div class=\"step-desc\">You will receive an SMS and email when your check is ready \u2014 typically 10\u201315 working days. Download or e-share your certificate directly from your Worker Checks CheckHub portal.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Requirements<\/span>\n <h2>Identity Documents Required<\/h2>\n <div class=\"id-grid\">\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Valid Passport<\/div>\n <p>UK, Australian, or other current passport \u2014 must be original. No copies, screenshots, or printouts.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Matching Details<\/div>\n <p>All personal details across your documents must match your application exactly.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Change of Name<\/div>\n <p>If your name has changed, provide a marriage certificate or deed poll.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"id-card\">\n <div class=\"id-card-title\">Mobile Device<\/div>\n <p>A smartphone with a working camera is required for biometric identity verification.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Pricing<\/span>\n <h2>Cost of UK Police Check from Australia<\/h2>\n\n <div class=\"price-card\">\n <div class=\"price-amount\">$170<\/div>\n <div class=\"price-desc\">Per UK international criminal history check \u2014 all inclusive<\/div>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\" class=\"btn-price\">Order Now<\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <p>Results are delivered securely to your Worker Checks CheckHub portal as a downloadable PDF. Share electronically with your employer directly from the portal \u2014 no posting physical copies.<\/p>\n\n <div class=\"box-info\">\n <strong>Screening multiple UK workers?<\/strong> Worker Checks <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/police-check-business-solution\/\">BusinessHub<\/a> supports bulk international checks with employer-pay or worker-pay options, live compliance tracking, and automated expiry alerts. Free to set up, no contracts.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">Timing<\/span>\n <h2>Processing Time<\/h2>\n <p>Most UK police checks are completed within <strong>10 to 15 working days<\/strong> from submission. Processing times depend on UK government agencies and can occasionally vary.<\/p>\n <p>You will receive an SMS and email as soon as your result is available. Your certificate is accessible immediately in your CheckHub portal as a PDF \u2014 no waiting for international post.<\/p>\n <div class=\"box-warn\">\n <strong>Planning ahead:<\/strong> If you have an employment start date, apply at least 3\u20134 weeks in advance to allow for any processing variations.\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"section\">\n <span class=\"section-label\">FAQ<\/span>\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n <div class=\"faq-item open\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Do I need a UK police check even if I have lived in Australia for many years?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. If you lived in the UK for six or more consecutive months at any point as an adult, employers in regulated Australian industries may still require a UK international criminal history check. This is standard practice in aged care, disability support, healthcare, and other regulated sectors.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Do I need an ACRO certificate or can I use the Worker Checks check?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">It depends on the purpose. If you need a UK police check for an Australian visa or immigration application, you need an ACRO Police Certificate from the UK government (acro.police.uk). If your employer requires a UK criminal history check for employment screening, the Worker Checks international check is typically accepted. Always confirm with your employer which format they require before applying.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Is this check suitable for Australian visa applications?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities for immigration purposes. For Australian visa applications requiring a UK police check, apply for an ACRO Police Certificate at acro.police.uk. The Worker Checks UK check is for employment screening only.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">What is the difference between an ACRO certificate and a DBS check?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is for employment within the UK, particularly roles involving vulnerable adults or children. An ACRO Police Certificate is used internationally for immigration and visa purposes. Neither is the same as the Worker Checks UK international police check, which is specifically designed for Australian employment screening.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Is this check suitable for AHPRA health practitioner registration?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">No. AHPRA requires international criminal history checks from its own approved suppliers \u2014 currently Fit2Work and AIS International. The Worker Checks UK check is suitable for employment screening but not for AHPRA registration purposes.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Can I share my certificate electronically with my employer?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. Your certificate is delivered as a PDF to your Worker Checks CheckHub portal. You can download it or share it electronically with your employer directly from the portal \u2014 no emailing physical copies or waiting for international post.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-item\">\n <div class=\"faq-q\">Does my UK police check expire?<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-a\">The certificate is a point-in-time check with no formal expiry date. However, your employer may require a check completed within a certain period \u2014 typically the last 12 months. Confirm recency requirements with your employer before applying.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"cta-strip\">\n <h2>Ready to Get Your UK Police Check?<\/h2>\n <p>100% online from Australia. No ACRO application, no international post. Results in 10\u201315 working days.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/workerchecks.com\/product\/international-police-check\/\" class=\"btn-cta\">Start Your UK Police Check \u2014 $170<\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <p class=\"legal-note\">Worker Checks international police checks are suitable for employment and background screening purposes only. <strong>Not suitable for visa, immigration, or AHPRA health practitioner registration purposes.<\/strong> The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities \u2014 third-party provider checks are not accepted for immigration applications. For visa-related UK police clearance, apply for an ACRO Police Certificate at acro.police.uk. 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