5BInability to verify identity of individual

5B Inability to verify identity of individual

(1) AusCheck is not required to continue undertaking a background check of an individual if: (a) the background check requires details of an identification document to electronically verify the identity of the individual; and (b) AusCheck is not provided with details of an identification document that AusCheck can use to so verify that identity.

Note: An identification document is not required if:

(a) alternative identification requirements that do not require details of an identification document have been approved in relation to the individual under regulation 6.27AC of the ATS Regulations or regulation 6.08BC of the MTOFS Regulations; or
(b) an exemption has been granted under section 5A of this instrument in relation to the individual without a condition requiring details of an identification document.

(2) This section does not apply in relation to a background check of an individual in connection with MNE accreditation or permitted under a CIRMP.

Note: See sections 21L and 21Y for when AusCheck is not required to continue undertaking a background check in relation to major national events or under CIRMPs.