Identity Documents - AFP Police Check
Identity Documents
100 Point ID for an AFP Police Check
To apply for an AFP police check, you must provide identity documents that total at least 100 points. This must include at least one primary document, with the remaining points made up of primary or secondary documents.
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Primary Documents
| Document Name | Points Scored |
|---|---|
| Foreign Passport (current) | 70 |
| Australian Passport (current or expired within last 2 years but not cancelled) | 70 |
| Australian Citizenship Certificate | 70 |
| Full Birth Certificate (not extract) | 70 |
| Certificate of Identity issued by the Australian Government to refugees and non-Australian citizens for entry to Australia | 70 |
| Australian Driver Licence / Learner’s Permit | 40 |
| Current Australian Tertiary Student Identification Card | 40 |
| Photo ID card issued for Australian regulatory purposes (e.g. Aviation/Maritime Security ID, security industry, etc.) | 40 |
| Government Employee ID (Australian Federal / State / Territory) | 40 |
| Defence Force Identity Card (with photo or signature) | 40 |
Secondary Documents
| Document Name | Points Scored |
|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Card | 40 |
| Centrelink Card (with reference number) | 40 |
| Birth Certificate Extract | 25 |
| Birth Card (NSW BDM only) | 25 |
| Medicare Card | 25 |
| Credit Card or Account Card | 25 |
| Australian Marriage Certificate (Registry issue only) | 25 |
| Decree Nisi / Decree Absolute (Registry issue only) | 25 |
| Change of Name Certificate (Registry issue only) | 25 |
| Bank Statement | 25 |
| Property Lease Agreement – current address | 25 |
| Taxation Assessment Notice | 25 |
| Australian Mortgage Documents | 25 |
| Rating Authority – e.g. Land Rates | 25 |
| Utility Bill – electricity, gas, telephone (less than 12 months old) | 25 |
| Reference from Indigenous Organisation | 20 |
| Documents issued outside Australia (equivalent to Australian documents) – must have official translation attached | 20 |
AFP Police Check Offered by AuthNTick
AuthNTick offers a range of AFP Police Check types for Commonwealth employment, immigration, citizenship, overseas employment, aged care, child-related roles, ACT employment, and general purpose use. Choosing the correct purpose code is important because different AFP check types may disclose different categories of information depending on the role or legislative requirement.
Commonwealth Employment / Purpose
| Code | Category | Exclusion | Offences Released |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Aged Care Staff/Volunteers | P | Unspent offences and offences against the person where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 23 | Aged Care Key Personnel | N | Unspent offences |
| 24 | Australian Securities and Investments Commission - ASIC Employee | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 25 | Australian Securities and Investments Commission - Financial Licensing | N | Unspent offences |
| 26 | AUSTRAC Employee/Consultant | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 27 | Care of Intellectually Disabled Persons | P | Unspent offences and offences against the person where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 28 | Care, Instruction or Supervision of Children | P | Unspent offences, sexual offences, and certain offences against a person under 18 where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 29 | Civil Aviation Safety Authority - ASSC | N | Unspent offences |
| 31 | Employee with Access to Secret or Top Secret Information | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 32 | Immigration Detention Centre Employment | P | Unspent offences and offences involving violence where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 33 | Immigration/Citizenship - Australia | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 34 | Law Enforcement/Intelligence or Security Agency Employee/Consultant | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 35 | Overseas Visa - Supply to a Country other than Australia | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 36 | Superannuation Trustee/Custodian/Investment manager | P | Unspent offences and offences in respect of dishonest conduct where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 37 | Care, Instruction or Supervision of Children / Care of Disabled Persons / Aged Care Staff / Volunteers | P | Unspent offences plus relevant sexual and person offences where State/Territory legislation permits |
| 40 | Other Commonwealth Purpose ONLY | N | Unspent offences |
| 41 | Overseas Employment - General Employment | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 42 | Overseas Employment - Aged/Disabled care | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 43 | Overseas Employment - Teaching | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 44 | Overseas Employment - Working with Children | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 45 | Overseas Employment - Nursing, Hospital Employment | F | All Commonwealth offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 39 | General Purpose / Standard Disclosure | N | Unspent offences as Commonwealth/State/Territory legislation permits |
Working in the Australian Capital Territory
| Code | Category | Exclusion | Offences Released |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Hospital Employment - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 9 | Security Licence (Security Guard) - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 10 | Aged Care Provider/Worker - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 11 | Brothel or Escort Agency Owner/Operator/Interested party - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 12 | Child Care Provider/Worker - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 13 | Disabled Care Provider/Worker or Hospital Employment - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 14 | Explosives/Fireworks Permit (ASIO check is required) | N | Unspent offences |
| 15 | Fire Fighting/Prevention - in the ACT | P | Unspent offences and Arson or Attempted Arson offences |
| 16 | Firearms Licence/Permit - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 17 | Interactive Gambling Licence/Casino Employee - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 18 | Prison Officer - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 19 | Child/Aged/Disabled Care Provider/Worker - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 20 | Working in a School - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 21 | Teacher/Teacher's Aide - in the ACT | F | ACT - All offences. Other State/Territory offences as legislation permits |
| 30 | Pre Employment/Standard Disclosure - in the ACT | N | Unspent offences |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for an AFP police check online?
You can apply online by completing the application form, uploading your identity documents, choosing the correct purpose code, and paying the fee through the AuthNTick platform.
How many ID points do I need for an AFP police check?
You need at least 100 points of identification, including at least one primary identity document.
How long does an AFP police check take?
Most AFP police checks are processed within 7 to 15 business days, although some applications may take longer depending on the details provided and whether further review is needed.
How long is an AFP police check valid for?
An AFP police check is a point-in-time certificate. Many organisations prefer one that has been issued within the last 12 months, but requirements can vary.
What is the difference between an AFP check and an NCCHC?
An NCCHC is generally used for standard employment and volunteer screening, while an AFP police check is more commonly used for immigration, citizenship, overseas employment, and Commonwealth-related purposes.
Do I need fingerprints for an AFP police check?
Not always. Fingerprints are only required for certain high-trust roles, overseas requirements, or specialised checks where a standard name-based police check is not enough.
