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Australian National Character Check (ANCC) provides nationally coordinated criminal history checks to workers seeking employment with the Australian government.
We process checks for workers seeking Commonwealth government employment, State/Territory government employment and workers seeking employment with local government councils.
Individuals applicantsPlease apply for your nationally coordinated criminal history check via the individual portal here.
HR workers in government departmentsHR workers in government departments seeking bulk background checks can apply for access to the ANCC Business Portal.
Why use ANCC?
Fast online application form
The online application form can be completed in a few minutes online. 70% of results are dispatched in 24 hours. Approximately 30% can take longer than 15 days due to a 'potential match'.
Australian based support team
All of our staff are based in Canberra, ACT. All data is stored securely in Australia. Each application is checked in accordance with Federal Government guidelines. Support staff are available from Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM.
Top rated national police check provider
ANCC is amongst the highest rated employment background check providers. Refer to ANCC's Google Reviews and Product Reviews.
Guaranteed to be valid Australia wide
A nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid in all States and Territories of Australia.
The police check is a point-in-time check. A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) is often required when applying for employment, appointment to positions of trust and a variety of licensing and registration schemes.
It helps government organisations make informed decisions about the suitability of their applicants.
The possible offences that will come up in a police check are regarded as the candidate's Disclosable Court Outcomes (DCO).
A check result with a DCO may list the following police information:
The results provided on a check will outline whether the applicant has No Disclosable Court Outcomes (NDCO) or Disclosable Court Outcomes (DCO):
While a police check is an important background Check for most employers and organisation policies, it is not the only possible check.
Other relevant checks for candidates seeking Government or even different public/private roles include;
The applicant needs to provide personal information and supporting documentation to prove their identity. It is important to provide as much information as possible to ensure the check is processed accurately and in a timely manner.
The applicant must also provide informed consent. The accredited body must establish a verifiable link between the identity documents and the individual.
The NCCHC application is easier when you apply online. However, many other methods exist to apply for the police check in Australia if you cannot make the online application.
Starting from the most popular method of application (online), customers can complete the police check application using an internet-accessible device like;
The online platform of Australian National Character Check user-friendly application portal.
We make our application portal as simple and understandable as possible.
Individual applicants seeking government roles can apply for their police check online.
A ‘potential match’ may be found if the applicant shares similar details with other individuals recorded in police systems, particularly if they have a common name. Processing of a check in these instances can take longer to progress.
The police check is a point in time check and has no set expiry date.
Government organisations determine their own expiry dates based on their internal risk mitigation policies. Generally, most Australian government organisations will not accept a police check that is older than three months.
An applicant submits an application for a check through Australian National Character Check
Step 2 - ANCC verifies identity and then lodges the applicationOnce ANCC verifies the applicant’s identity, we submit the applicant’s personal details provided into the National Police Checking Service Support System (NSS), the national IT system owned and operated by the ACIC.
Step 3 - Applicant’s details are searched against national recordsThe applicant’s personal details are checked against a national database using a name matching algorithm. If the personal details match any police information held in police records, the system will generate a ‘potential match’.
Step 4 - Potential match referred to police (Matching)If the system generates a potential match, it will be referred to the relevant police agency (or agencies) for further assessment. If the police agency confirms the applicant’s details do not match the police information, a ‘No Disclosable Court Outcome’ result will be provided. If the police agency determines the applicant’s details do match the police information, a referral is generated with the relevant police agency for them to conduct their ‘vetting’ process.
Step 5 - Police apply spent conviction legislation and/or information release policies (vetting)When an applicant’s personal details match the police information held in police records, the police agencies will determine what information can be released in accordance with the purpose of the check and the relevant spent convictions legislation and/or information release policies. This is commonly referred to as ‘vetting”.
Step 6 - Check result is releasedOnce the police have finished processing the check, ANCC will email the check results report to the applicant.
About ANCC
ANCC® enables individuals and approved legal entities to apply for a nationally coordinated criminal history check, which is commonly referred to as a national police check. The nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid all over Australia and can be used when applying for Employment, Probity, Licencing, or Commonwealth check purposes. Get discount police checks online. We beat prices!
Helped of customers and counting.
Danny
Business portal user
"A reliable online platform to get nationally coordinated criminal history checks."
Vicki
Individual applicant
"For someone not very tech savvy, I found this to be very easy to get my police check."
Bec
Individual applicant
"Clear, and precise directions and requests allowing the information required to be supplied and/or uploaded. Prompt and professional responses."
Steve
Business portal user
"Very detailed and covers all avenues regarding the applicant. Perfect for any job application."
Rosalba
Individual applicant
"Cost effective, super fast, efficient processing of applications. Excellent service."
Renato
Business portal user
"Very objective and clear to what is required and plenty of options to choose for available support documents."
Ron
Business portal user
"A highly efficient service with a simple online facility. A highly recommended service."
Sharon
Individual applicant
"The form was very clear and feedback on errors very quick. Thank you ANCC."
About ANCC
ANCC® enables individuals and approved legal entities to apply for a nationally coordinated criminal history check, which is commonly referred to as a national police check. The nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid all over Australia and can be used when applying for Employment, Probity, Licencing, or Commonwealth check purposes. Get discount police checks online. We beat prices!
Helped of customers and counting.
Danny
Business portal user
"A reliable online platform to get nationally coordinated criminal history checks."
Vicki
Individual applicant
"For someone not very tech savvy, I found this to be very easy to get my police check."
Bec
Individual applicant
"Clear, and precise directions and requests allowing the information required to be supplied and/or uploaded. Prompt and professional responses."
Steve
Business portal user
"Very detailed and covers all avenues regarding the applicant. Perfect for any job application."
Rosalba
Individual applicant
"Cost effective, super fast, efficient processing of applications. Excellent service."
Renato
Business portal user
"Very objective and clear to what is required and plenty of options to choose for available support documents."
Ron
Business portal user
"A highly efficient service with a simple online facility. A highly recommended service."
Sharon
Individual applicant
"The form was very clear and feedback on errors very quick. Thank you ANCC."
Company
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