How do you complete my Verification of Identity?

Worker Checks use biometric matching to match your face to a verified document.

1. You will receive a link by SMS to commence your Verification of Identity which must be completed using a mobile phone.
2. During the process you will be asked to take a selfie and se second selfie smiling, which is used to assess "liveness".
3. Take a photo of your identification document (passport or driver license). This will matched against the Government Document Verification Service (DVS) to enure authenticity.
4. When the verification of Identity process has been completed and checked and approved by Worker Checks - you will receive a notification SMS and email - your Verification of Identity will then be available in your worker Checks portal for printing or e-sharing.

Yes, a mobile phone or tablet is required to complete your verification of identity.

Your phone's camera is required to photograph your ID documents and take a selfie, which are then processed using facial biometrics and OCR technology to verify your identity.