Indian Police Clearance Certificate
from Australia
International criminal history check for Indian workers in Australia. Completed 100% online — no consulate visit, no VFS Global appointment, no delays.
Get Your India Check — $99Why Indian Workers in Australia Need This Check
If you have lived in India 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 are newly arrived in Australia or have been here for many years.
This check — also known as an Indian ICHC (international criminal history check) or overseas police clearance — is for Australian employment screening. It is different from the Indian government PCC required for visa applications, and is completed entirely online through Worker Checks without visiting a consulate or VFS Global office.
Indian Government PCC vs Worker Checks India Check — What’s the Difference?
This is the most common source of confusion for Indian workers in Australia. The two documents serve entirely different purposes and go through completely different processes.
| 特点 | Indian Government PCC | 工人检查 our service |
|---|---|---|
| 发布者 | Indian consulate / VFS Global / Passport Seva | Worker Checks (ACIC-accredited, Australia) |
| Used for | Australian visa & immigration applications | Australian employment background screening |
| Consulate visit? | Yes — VFS Global appointment required | No — biometric verification on your phone |
| Where processed | Indian police authorities in India | Online from anywhere in Australia |
| 处理时间 | 3–6 weeks from Australia | 5–10 working days |
| Employer screening? | Sometimes accepted | Yes — designed for this purpose |
| Suitable for visa? | 是 | No — use Indian consulate / VFS Global |
| Suitable for AHPRA? | 没有 | No — use Fit2Work or AIS International |
How to Apply — 100% Online, No Consulate Visit
The entire process is completed on your phone or computer from anywhere in Australia.
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1Select International Police Check前往 Worker Checks product page and select International Police Check.
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2Choose India and paySelect India from the country dropdown and complete payment of $99 securely online.
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3完成申请Enter your personal details, provide consent, and upload your identity documents.
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4Biometric identity verificationUse your mobile phone camera to complete biometric VOI with your original passport. No screenshots, printouts, or copies accepted.
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5Receive your certificateYou will receive an SMS and email when your check is ready — typically 5–10 working days. Download or e-share your certificate directly from your Worker Checks CheckHub portal.
Identity Documents Required
Australian or Indian passport — must be original and current. No copies, screenshots, or printouts.
All personal details across your documents must match your application exactly.
If your name has changed, provide a marriage certificate or deed poll.
A smartphone with a working camera is required for biometric identity verification.
Cost of India Police Check from Australia
Results are delivered securely to your Worker Checks CheckHub portal. Share electronically with your employer or download as a PDF — no emailing physical copies required.
处理时间
Most India police checks are completed within 5 to 10 working days from submission. Processing times depend on Indian government agencies and can occasionally vary.
You will receive an SMS and email as soon as your result is available. Your certificate is accessible immediately in your CheckHub portal.
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Ready to Get Your India Police Check?
100% online, no VFS Global appointment, no consulate visit. Results in 5–10 working days. Secure biometric identity verification from your phone.
Start Your India Check — $99Worker Checks international police checks are suitable for employment and background screening purposes only. Not suitable for visa or immigration purposes. The Australian Department of Home Affairs only accepts police clearance certificates issued directly by official government authorities or embassies — third-party provider checks are not accepted for immigration applications. For visa-related Indian police clearance, contact VFS Global or the Indian consulate in Australia. Worker Checks is not an AHPRA-approved ICHC supplier — for AHPRA health practitioner registration use Fit2Work or AIS International. Worker Checks Pty Ltd is an Accredited Body with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC), authorised to access the National Police Checking Service.
