Verify candidate identities in real time using the Document Verification Service (DVS). 100-point ID checks, document authentication, and biometric matching — all automated.
Overview
Identity fraud is a growing concern in Australian hiring. Verifying that a candidate is who they claim to be is the foundation of every other screening check. Without reliable identity verification, police checks, qualification verifications, and reference checks can all be undermined.
Refchecks connects to the Australian Government's Document Verification Service (DVS) to authenticate identity documents in real time. Candidates submit their documents through a secure portal, and DVS confirms whether the document details match the issuing agency's records — covering passports, driver licences, Medicare cards, birth certificates, and more.
The 100-point identity check framework ensures candidates provide sufficient evidence of identity from multiple categories. Refchecks guides candidates through the process, calculates their point total automatically, and flags any documents that cannot be verified.
What's Included
Documents are verified against issuing authority records in real time via the Document Verification Service. Confirms the document is genuine and matches the holder.
Automatically calculates the candidate's identity points across all document categories. Guides candidates to submit the right combination of documents.
Optional facial recognition compares the candidate's selfie against their photo ID document to confirm the person submitting is the document holder.
Supports verification of foreign passports, international driver licences, and overseas identity documents for candidates who are not Australian citizens.
Document images are encrypted at rest, access-logged, and automatically purged after the retention period. Compliant with the Australian Privacy Act 1988.
Process
The candidate receives a secure link and uploads photos of their identity documents. The system guides them on which documents to provide for 100 points.
Documents are checked against DVS and issuing authority databases. Biometric face matching is run if enabled. Results are available in seconds.
You receive a verification report showing each document's status, the total identity score, and any flags. The result is stored on your dashboard.
Turnaround & Pricing
Turnaround Time
Near-instant (typically under 60 seconds)
Included in all plans
From $49/month
Identity verification is included in your plan quota. DVS lookups are covered — no additional fees.
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