National police checks for Western Australian residents and employers. ACIC-accredited, results in 1–15 business days.
Overview
National police checks in Western Australia are coordinated through the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC), which consolidates criminal history records held by WA Police Force and all other Australian police agencies. The result is a single national certificate valid across all Australian jurisdictions.
Refchecks is ACIC-accredited, issuing police check certificates accepted by WA government agencies, employers, and licensing bodies. Key Western Australian industries requiring national police checks include resources, mining, construction, healthcare, and maritime sectors.
Processing times are typically 1–5 business days for standard checks, with complex results that require WA Police manual review taking up to 15 business days. The certificate is delivered digitally and remains the most widely recognised form of criminal history verification in WA.
What's Included
WA mining, resources, construction, and healthcare employers commonly require a current national police check before site or facility access.
Western Australian volunteer organisations and community groups require police checks for roles with vulnerable populations or positions of trust.
WA residents applying for skilled migration, partner visas, or working holiday visas often need a national police check as part of their application.
WA licensing bodies for security guards, real estate agents, childcare workers, and nurses require a national police check for new licence applications.
Process
Complete your application online with personal details and consent. Takes less than 5 minutes.
Your identity is verified digitally — no visit to a police station or Australia Post required.
Your police check certificate is emailed as a PDF, typically within 1–15 business days.
Turnaround & Pricing
Turnaround Time
1–15 business days
National Police Check
$42.00
Includes GST. Bulk employer pricing available.
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