142Powers in relation to applications

142 Powers in relation to applications

(1) If a person (the applicant) makes an application under this Act, the person to whom the application is made may, by written notice, require the applicant to give the person such further information or documents in relation to the application as the person reasonably requires.

Note 1: The person is not required to make a decision on the application if this subsection is not complied with (see section 143).

Note 2: The Digital ID Regulator may also require an applicant to undergo a compliance assessment before making a decision on the application (see section 131).

(2) A notice under subsection (1) may specify a period, which must not be less than 14 days, within which the information or documents must be given.