AFP POLICE CHECK: Fast, Secure & Compliant National Police Certificate
Protect your organisation and meet compliance standards with a certified AFP National Criminal Certificate (NPC).
What is an AFP Police Certificate?
An AFP National Police Certificate is an official Australian Police check issued by the Australian Federal Police. It summarises your national criminal check history and is often required for:
- Government, healthcare, or security employment
- Visa, immigration, or citizenship applications
- Licensing and accreditation in regulated industries
- Volunteer work with vulnerable communities
This Police Check differs from the Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC). The AFP certificate is typically required for immigration, overseas employment, and Commonwealth roles.
It includes disclosable court outcomes and may list ‘spent’ convictions under relevant legislation.
Why Conduct an AFP National Criminal Check?
- Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory requirements
- Strengthen due diligence in hiring and onboarding processes
- Protect organisational reputation and public trust
- Required by licensing, immigration, and visa authorities
- Delivered through a secure, encrypted police check online system
The Process
Who Needs an AFP Police Check?
- Employers recruiting for regulated or high-trust roles
- Government, healthcare, and security sectors
- Volunteers working with children or vulnerable people
- Individuals applying for visas, overseas jobs, or clearances
Privacy, Accuracy, and Support
All checks are processed in line with the Privacy Act 1988, protecting your personal information throughout.
If your national police check contains disputed information, we can help expedite corrections with the AFP. Our support team is here to assist applicants and employers at every stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. The AFP National Police Check is issued by the Australian Federal Police and is often required for immigration, international work, and government roles.
Most national criminal checks are completed within 1–2 business days. Delays may occur if manual review is needed.
Fingerprints are usually not required unless requested for certain visa or overseas applications.
No. An AFP Police Check only covers Australian criminal history. For international checks, a separate service is available.
AFP certificates don’t expire, but most organisations require one issued within the past 12 months.
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