National Police Checks
National Police Clearance & Certificates - Online & On Demand
There is no faster way to get a National Police Check than with us here at CVCheck. We are a National Police Checking Service (NPCS) accredited agency, which means we meet strict criteria from the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC), including verified company legitimacy and certain security requirements.
Using a secure online service such as that offered by CVCheck enables you to easily organise verification checks from your home or office. Results are then efficiently distributed electronically, providing you with instant access to your Police Checks.
- Fast and 100% online
- Accurate information direct from the relevant authorities
- Trusted for employment purposes by government, licensing authorities and employers
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National Police Check
$49.90 incl GST
Please note: National Police Checks cannot be used for Immigration, Visa or IVF applications.
For more info please visit our FAQ’s here.
CVCheck, police agencies and ACIC work together, aiming to process 95% of police checks within 10 business days, noting that:
- 70% of all checks are completed within 1 business day
- 25% are completed within 10 business days as they’ve been referred to one or more police agencies because an individual’s name is similar to a person of interest.
- 5% may take 15 business days or more (depending on the complexity of the check). Additional information on delivery times can be found on the ACIC website.
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Smarter Police Checks
CVCheck has revolutionised the way individuals and organisations obtain Police Checks, streamlining the process online so you can bypass the queues, paper forms and snail mail. There’s no smarter way to get a National Police Check in Australia.
Fast and 100% online
We’re connected directly to the Federal Police systems, so most results are returned in less than 1 day. Order from anywhere via our website and we’ll notify you as soon as your national police record check is ready to be downloaded.
Trusted and secure
Our Australian Police Checks are ACIC accredited, so you are getting a complete and accurate history. CVCheck’s Police Checks are trusted by government departments, licensing authorities and employers.
You're in good company
As Australia’s fastest-growing screening and verification service, we’ve helped more than 180,000 businesses and individuals get the checks they need for work, study or licensing approval. We can help you skip the queues, too.
Police Checks - Australia
Australia: National Police Check
$49.90 incl GST
Estimated delivery time: 1 day *
Who is CVCheck?
CVCheck is a leading provider of background checks and employment screening services in Australia and New Zealand, conducting more than 300,000 checks every year for individuals, small businesses, government departments and enterprise organisations.
So whether you’re a job seeker who needs a fast police check before starting a new job, a small business owner wanting to perform reliable pre-employment checks before your next hire, or a HR manager at an organisation who is looking for a trusted partner to assist with large-scale employee screening, CVCheck have you covered.
Australian National Police Checks †
Our secure online service means you can get a National Police Check anywhere in Australia, no matter which state or territory you live in. Results are sent straight to your home or office electronically, giving you instant access to your Police Clearance Certificate.
† CVCheck is accredited by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission to provide Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks, often referred to by employers as police checks or police clearances, through the National Police Checking Service. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks applied for through CVCheck are not issued by state police departments, but do list an individual’s disclosable court outcomes and pending charges sourced from the databases of all Australian police jurisdictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a National Police Check?
A National Police Check (NPC) or Police Clearance Certificate, formally known as a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), is a document that lists an individual’s disclosable court outcomes and pending charges sourced from the databases of all Australian police jurisdictions.
Certain convictions, such as spent or juvenile convictions, may not be disclosed on a National Police Check in accordance with the legislation of the various police jurisdictions.
What is not shown on a National Police Check?
Certain convictions, such as a spent conviction or juvenile conviction may not be disclosed on a National Police Check.
How do I order a Police Check?
A police check can be ordered through bodies accredited by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC).
CVCheck is accredited by ACIC to perform National Police Checks, so you can simply create an account with us, then order and pay for your police check.
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Learn more about Australian National Police Checks.
How long does a National Police Check last?
A National Police Check (NPC) is a ‘point-in-time’ check and is current as of the date of issue. A National Police Check has no formal period of validity. However, many employers and organisations only accept a National Police Check that has been issued in the past 12 months.
What is the cost of a National Police Check?
Formally known as a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, a National Police Check costs $49.90 including GST.
How long does a National Police Check take?
The majority of National Police Checks are processed and the results returned within 1 business day.
However, approximately 30% of all National Police Checks ordered within Australia are referred for manual processing. If this occurs, the result may take from 1 – 15, and in some instances more, business days to be returned.
Processing of National Police Checks may take longer if the applicant shares similar details with other individuals recorded in police databases, particularly if they have a common name. It is therefore always recommended that applicants order their National Police Check at least 2 weeks before the certificate is required.
Testimonial
This used to be a time-consuming task with applicants coming to our office with their IDs and documentation. The Recruitment Officer would have to copy all their papers and check the right ID was provided for the police check. In some instances the candidate would end up needing more documents and they’d have to organise to come back. Now the whole recruitment process is automated. Our checks go through CVCheck which is integrated with our custom-built CRM system and the process of screening candidates is now streamlined and smooth.
Renae Edey
Communications and Marketing Officer at Absolute Domestics
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* All turnaround times are estimated working times for Australian checks and are provided as a guide only. Turnaround times are based on our experience of the time taken for the majority of these checks to be delivered. However, CVCheck is reliant on third parties for supply of information, and in some cases those third parties may take longer to supply that information. Accordingly, CVCheck does not give any time guarantees for any checks or packages. It is CVCheck’s policy and practice to keep you informed as much as possible if there are any unusual delays. Read more about our delivery times here.
