AusCheck fees
The table below shows AusCheck individual 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)
- Global Entry program.
AusCheck charges all fees per individual and are not subject to GST.
If fees change, AusCheck will consult with industry participants.
AusCheck fees
| 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 | |
| Global Entry - 10yrs and over | $263.50 | N/A | N/A | |
| Global Entry - 9yrs and under | $123.50 | N/A | N/A |
AusCheck fees from 1 July 2026:
| Scheme | Background check | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 2-year ASIC or MSIC – adult | $262.00 | |
| 2-year ASIC or MSIC – under 18 | $87.50 | |
| 4-year MSIC – adult | $504.50 | |
| NHS | $190.00 | Must be 18 years or over. |
| MNE | $190.00 | |
| MNE – under 18s only | $113.00 | Background check without criminal history check. |
| SOCI | $190.00 | |
| Global Entry - 10yrs and over | $263.50 | |
| Global Entry - 9yrs and under | $123.50 |
Applications received from issuing bodies and other entities
For each application AusCheck will invoice the appropriate:
- issuing body
- responsible entity
- NHS entity
- 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 462KB].
Refund of AusCheck fees
AusCheck charges fees to conduct background checks and issue security identification cards.
Refunds will only be made in limited circumstances where AusCheck has not, or will not, incur expenses. Refunds are not automatic or guaranteed and may not cover the total fee paid.
AusCheck can only consider requests for a refund after an applicant has withdrawn or cancelled their background check application.
To cancel or withdraw your background check application, please contact your issuing body (for ASICs or MSICs) or AusCheck.
To request a refund:
- complete the refund application form [PDF 159KB]
- mail the form to PO Box 25 Belconnen ACT 2617 OR email the form to AusCheck@homeaffairs.gov.au
We welcome your feedback. If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your request for a refund, you can complain by emailing AusCheck@homeaffairs.gov.au.
If you are still not satisfied with the outcome you receive, you can contact the Commonwealth Ombudsman on 1300 362 072 or Global Feedback Unit(Opens in a new tab/window).