CheckNorthern Territory
Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT)
Issued by NT Screening Authority, with SAFE NT (Northern Territory Police)
Screening comes before work
Care work usually needs a Working with Children Check or NDIS worker screening before you start. Your employer has to see it before your first shift.
What it is
The check you need in NT to work or volunteer with children. The NT Screening Authority does the check, working with SAFE NT, a unit of NT Police.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Apply online through Territory Services. You attach copies of your identity documents and a passport photo. Volunteers pay a reduced fee if they attach a volunteer concession form.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
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Common questions
- What is Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT)?
- The check you need in NT to work or volunteer with children. The NT Screening Authority does the check, working with SAFE NT, a unit of NT Police.
- How do you get Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT)?
- Apply online through Territory Services. You attach copies of your identity documents and a passport photo. Volunteers pay a reduced fee if they attach a volunteer concession form.
- Who issues Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT)?
- Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT) is issued by NT Screening Authority, with SAFE NT (Northern Territory Police).
- How much does Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT) cost?
- $89. Prices can change, so check the official page before you pay.
- Which jobs need Ochre Card, Working with Children Clearance (NT)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Early childhood educator, Disability support worker and Nanny.