Apply for your police check in WA

Australia-wide Recognised Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks (NCCHCs) through an ACIC-accredited provider

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How to apply for your police check in WA

Although you apply from Western Australia, your police check is part of a nationally coordinated system. Your police check will generally be recognised across Australia. You can apply in 10 minutes with 3 simple steps:

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1. Complete your online application

Enter your details and submit your NCCHC application.

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2. Upload your ID documents

Verify your identity securely online using accepted identity documents.

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3. Receive your results

70% of police checks are returned within 24 hours of application lodgement.

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What is a police check?

A NCCHC (previously known as a police check) is Australia's nationally recognised police check.

It may be requested for employment, licensing, study, volunteering and other purposes. Although you are applying from Western Australia, your police check forms part of a national system and is generally recognised throughout Australia.

Veritas supports police check applications from all Australian states and territories.

Pricing

Standard

$67.00

each

incuding GST

Volunteer/Student

$23.00

each

incuding GST

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Police checks are nationally coordinated and are recognised throughout Australia. Veritas Check supports police checks for all states and territories.

You can apply for your police check within 10 minutes. Most checks are returned within 24 hours. However, people with multiple previous names or common names may require additional review.
The information returned is generally the same. Volunteer pricing is only available for eligible volunteer positions and supporting documentation may be required.

You need to provide three documents to complete your application:

1. Commencement document confirming your birth or arrival in Australia

2. Primary document, showing your identity in the community

3. Secondary document, showing your identity in the community

Checking your information carefully before submitting your application can help reduce processing delays. You can find a full list of accepted documents here.

Ensuring you follow the correct steps during your police check application, will reduce the chances of your application being delayed.

Here are a few common mistakes to avoid:

  • Using your nickname instead of your legal name
  • Omitting previous names in your application
  • Uploading unclear identity documents
  • Providing an incomplete address history
  • Choosing the wrong application type

Before you submit your application, take a few extra minutes to double-check the information you provided.

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Why apply through Veritas Check?

Applying for your police check should be a straightforward process.

With Veritas Check you can:

  • Complete your application 100% online in 10 minutes or less
  • Start your application even if you do not have your ID documents ready
  • Receive clear guidance from an Australian-based team
  • Get fast results (70% of police checks are returned within 24 hours)

As an ACIC-accredited provider, Veritas Check helps individuals complete their police check application quickly, securely and online.

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If you have been asked to complete a police check, make sure you understand which type of check is required of you before you begin.

Veritas Check's process is clear, secure and straightforward.

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