Criminal Records Section
The Criminal Records Section (CRS) forms part of the Forensic Services Group, Identification Services Branch and is responsible for the collection, integrity and release of criminal record information in NSW.
Within the site is information on the National Police Checking Service (NPCS). This national service provides NSW residents aged 16 years and above an opportunity to apply for a National Police Certificate for visa, adoption, paid employment and some occupational licensing purposes.
NPCS is also provided for volunteers working in Commonwealth-supported aged care facilities, in line with Commonwealth Government regulations. Volunteers requiring a check should complete Form P799 - Application for a National Police Check.
Application forms, comprehensive Information Sheets and responses to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's), explaining NPCS processes, are available within the site.
The CRS is committed to providing a high quality service to police and members of the community. To achieve this objective, the CRS welcomes feedback on the contents of this site and the quality of our services - contact us by phone or email below.
Additional Information for National Police Checking Service
Before completing your application form read the below information.
- The NSW Police Force does not provide NPCS for child related employment. Individuals seeking criminal record checks for child related employment purposes should refer to the NSW Commission for Children and Young People website. www.kids.nsw.gov.au
- Individuals requiring a criminal record check for Australian citizenship, residency, spouse visa, guardianship of a child from another country, working visa or whilst travelling or living abroad, must apply via the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Details on applying for a criminal record check via the AFP is available at www.afp.gov.au
Forms
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P799: Application for National Criminal History Record Check (Standard Disclosure)
Standard Disclosure - for general employment, visa (leaving Australia only), adoption and general licensing purposes.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM ONLINE USING CAPITAL LETTERS, PRINT AND THEN SIGN -
P800: Application for National Criminal History Record Check (Full Disclosure)
Full Disclosure - for purposes exempt from the NSW Criminal Records Act 1991, including employment as a teacher or teachers aide overseas (ONLY).
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM ONLINE USING CAPITAL LETTERS, PRINT AND THEN SIGN -
P826: Additional information for National Criminal History Record Checking purposes
Information Sheets
- Applying for a National Criminal History Record Check
- Applying to become a NSW Police Registered Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
Read our Frequently Asked Questions
Contacts
Phone: (02) 8835 7888
E-Mail: crs@police.nsw.gov.au
NSW Police Headquarters
1 Charles St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
Mailing address:
Locked Bag 5102 Parramatta
NSW 2124
