AusCheck fees
The table below outlines AusCheck fees for:
- Aviation Security Identification Cards (ASICs)
- Maritime Security Identification Cards (MSICs)
- Major National Events (MNEs)
- National Health Security (NHS)
- Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI).
These fees are not subject to GST.
If fees change, AusCheck will consult with industry participants.
AusCheck fees 2023–2025
| Scheme | Background check | Card issuing | Total | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-year ASIC or MSIC – adult | $92 | $157.50 | $249.50 | |
| 2-year ASIC or MSIC – under 18 | $38 | $157.50 | $195.50 | |
| 4-year MSIC – adult | $184 | $157.50 | $341.50 | |
| NHS | $136 | N/A | N/A | Must be 18 years or over. |
| MNE | $136 | N/A | N/A | |
| MNE – under 18s only | $55.87 | N/A | N/A | Background check without criminal history check. |
| SOCI | $136 | N/A | N/A |
Applications received from issuing bodies and other entities
AusCheck invoices the issuing body, responsible entity, NHS entity or organising body for each application processed.
Issuing bodies and entities set the amount they will charge and collect from applicants. They may include the AusCheck fees with their own administrative costs when setting the final application charge.
Administration costs may vary between issuing bodies and entities.
Cost recovery
AusCheck operates on a cost recovery basis. Any fees we collect cover the actual cost of providing our service.
This process represents an ongoing commitment by the Australian Government to ensure that fair and accurate costs are recovered from those who pay for its services.
To view the charging arrangements, see the Cost Recovery Implementation Statement [PDF 462 KB].