Police certificatesLast checked October 20, 2026
Police certificate for Australia
National Police Certificate (National Police Check)OnlineBy postOfficial page(opens in a new tab)
- Issued by
- Australian Federal Police (AFP)
- How to apply
- Apply online with at least 100 points of ID and pay by credit card to receive a digital certificate; fingerprint-based checks must be applied for by post with original fingerprints.
- Fee
- A$57Standard check; AUD 114 with fingerprints. GST-exempt.
- Processing time
- Most checks within 48 hours of receipt; fingerprint checks 15-30 business days
- Notes
- Postal applications go to Locked Bag 8550, Canberra City ACT 2601, paid by bank cheque or money order in AUD; cannot be lodged at police stations. Non-English fingerprint records need an official translation.
Not confirmed
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- AFP page does not describe the process for applicants living overseas
- Apostille process not covered
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