Police and criminal history checks
National police checks, AFP police checks and volunteer checks for individuals and teams.
Background checks Australia
Choose the background check you need
Start with the right check for employment, immigration, volunteering, work rights or broader hiring due diligence. AuthNTick keeps the process online, secure and supported by an Australian team.
70% of police checks completed within 24 hours*
100% online application workflow
AU Australian customer support
ACIC approved police check provider
*Timing depends on applicant details and external agency processing.
Popular checks
Start with the check most people need
These are the most common background checks for applicants, employers, volunteers and visa purposes.
Most popularNationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
For employment, licensing, compliance and other approved Australian purposes.
Immigration and visaAFP National Police Certificate
For immigration, citizenship, overseas visa, Commonwealth and ACT work purposes.
Volunteer rolesVolunteer Criminal History Check
For eligible unpaid volunteer, student placement and not-for-profit roles.
Right to workVEVO Work Rights Check
Confirm visa status and Australian work entitlements before onboarding.
Other screening options
Need to verify more than police history?
Add deeper candidate screening for qualifications, work history, public online footprint and references.
Qualification checkEducation Check
Verify degrees, diplomas and certificates directly with the institution.
Employment historyWork History Check
Confirm past employers, job titles and employment dates.
Digital footprintSocial Media Check
Review public online presence and digital reputation signals.
Reference screeningReference Check
Validate work history, performance and character through referees.
Product and services
Screening services for individuals and hiring teams
Use AuthNTick for a single check or speak with us about a broader screening workflow for your team.
Employment screening
Reference, work history, education and role-aligned screening for hiring decisions.
Visa and right-to-work checks
VEVO and visa entitlement checks to support compliant onboarding.
Business support
Australian customer support, secure workflows and options for hiring teams.
Specialist AFP purposes
AFP purpose categories for immigration, overseas visas, Commonwealth and regulated needs.
Flexible screening options
Choose individual checks or speak with AuthNTick about broader screening requirements.
Why AuthNTick?
Fast checks, clear guidance and Australian support
Most applicants want to know which check is right, what it costs and how quickly they can start. AuthNTick keeps the journey simple while supporting compliance and applicant visibility.
- 70% of police checks completed within 24 hours*
- Secure online application workflow
- Australian customer support
- Options for individuals and business teams
Need help choosing?
Tell us what the check is for and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Why Trust AuthNTick for Accurate & Secure Checks?
Rapid Results
70% of checks submitted are completed within 24 hours
ACIC Accredited
We are accredited by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission’s (ACIC) as a National Police Checking Service (NPCS) provider.
Mobile Friendly
Order your national police check from all devices with our optimised, mobile-friendly interface. No device gets left behind. Easy, fast & convenient.
INSTANT SMS UPDATES
We know the most important thing is getting the results of the police check for you to get moving. We provide instant up-to-the-minute updates on your police check to notify you of the results.
Free access to Portal
Access to check for 3 months on the portal
Guaranteed to be valid Australia wide
A nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid in all States and Territories of Australia.
Fast online application form
The online application form can be completed in a few minutes online.
Extensive Check Portfolio
Save money on our smart check bundles
Trusted Background Screening Platform
Accredited by Defence Industry Security Program, ACIC and AFP
Identity verification
Police Check Identity Document Requirements
You must provide four documents with your completed application.
One commencement document to confirm your birth in Australia or your arrival in Australia
One primary document
Two secondary documents to show the use of your identity in the community
Documents showing your full name, date of birth, and photograph
Secure online ID verification
AuthNTick Identity Services uses these documents to verify your identity against the personal information you provide online or through a downloadable form. By creating an account with DPI Consulting, you consent to the use of your personal information for the purpose of conducting a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
Your documents must include evidence of your full name, date of birth, and photograph. For more information, read our guide to minimum ID needed for a police check and background verification.
NCCHC pathways
Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks: Individuals and Businesses
AuthNTick supports individual applicants and business accounts with secure online applications, identity verification, tracking and result management.
NCCHC Report Preview
Our checks meet ACIC branding guidelines, helping support authenticity and compliance for applicants and organisations.
Business Account
- Register a company account with the online registration form.
- Obtain LEC approval to conduct background checks.
- Purchase and track checks for employees from the dashboard.
- Manage employee check results in one secure place.
Individual Applicants
- Select the required background check.
- Complete payment and the online application form.
- Verify identity with the required ID documents.
- Receive results once processing is complete.