The NZ Police Vetting check requires candidates to provide two identity documents. At least one must come from the Primary List, and at least one form of photo identification must be provided.
Primary List
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport | |
| NZ firearms licence | |
| NZ birth certificate | Post-1998 format. |
| NZ citizenship certificate | |
| NZ Certificate of Identity |
Secondary List
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| NZ driver licence | Front and back required. |
| Foreign driver licence | |
| Kiwi Access Card (18+ Card) | |
| NZ student ID | |
| Community Services Card | |
| SuperGold Card | |
| NZ employee photo ID | |
| NZ birth certificate | Pre-1998 format. |
| NZ electoral roll enrolment | |
| NZ utility bill | Current address, less than 6 months old. |
Document requirements: Documents that have expired within the past 5 years may be accepted.
Name linkage documentation: if any document is held in a different name, for example due to a marriage or legal name change, a supporting linkage document such as a marriage certificate or name change certificate will also be required.
Non-English documents Documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation.
If a candidate is unable to provide documents from the lists above, additional documents may be accepted at the discretion of the support team.
Frequently asked questions
Can my ID documents be expired?
Yes, documents that expired within the past 5 years may still be accepted.
My ID document is in a different name (e.g. after marriage) — what should I do?
Upload a supporting linkage document, such as a marriage certificate or legal name change certificate, alongside your ID.
My documents aren't in English — is that okay?
Yes, but they need to be accompanied by a certified translation.
I can't provide documents from these lists — what are my options?
Get in touch with us — additional documents may be accepted at our discretion.