White Card Sydney

Identification Requirements for White Card NSW

If you are new to the country (less than 6 weeks), currently in high school, or identify as Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander, you are exempt from the 100 points of ID requirements. I will address that below the 100 points of ID requirements in the headings below it. Please navigate there if that is you. If not, please see what you can use for 100 points of ID.

100 Points of ID Requirements (essential that is is in original format and not photos): For those who do require 100 points of ID, please see the list of acceptable documents below. Please note that it is essential for your ID to be original and from Australia (your passport can be foreign). Digital IDs, such as your driver’s license in the Service NSW app, are also acceptable.

NOTE: ImmiCards can NOT be used unless SafeWork give prior approval. If you are using an ImmiCard please contact our admin at least 48 hours before your scheduled course date so we can seek approval from SafeWork for the use of your ImmiCard.

• Passport (Australian or international) – 70 points
• Birth certificate – 70 points
• Citizenship certificate – 70 points
• Driver’s license – 40 points
• Photo card – 40 points
• Boat license – 40 points
• NSW high-risk license – 40 points
• Gun license – 40 points
• Bank card (from two different banks) – 25 points each
• Medicare card – 25 points
• Electricity bill – 25 points
• Car registration papers – 25 points
• Centrelink concession card – 25 points
• Phone bill – 25 points

Remember, you must use at least one photo ID as part of the 100 points requirement.

For any further questions or clarifications, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to assist you throughout the enrolment process.

Exemptions:

Exemption One: Arrived in Australia Less Than 6 Weeks Ago 

If you have arrived in Australia within the past six weeks, you can use your passport or visa along with a bank card or driver’s license from your home country. For example, you could bring a passport and a bank card from your country of origin, and that would fulfill the ID requirements. If you don’t have a passport, you could use your visa and a bank card from your home country.

Exemption Two: Still in High School 

If you are currently enrolled in high school, you can use your school ID as identification, if you have this, its all you need. If you don’t have a school ID, you can choose from the following options: driver’s license, birth certificate, passport, or citizenship certificate. Just one is enough but you also need to prove you are in school with this option as you didn’t use your school ID. This could be an email from the school, you logging into your school portal. You must show evidence to the trainer you are in school for this option to be used.

Exemption Three: Identify as Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander 

If you identify as Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander and do not have enough ID to meet the 100 points requirement, you can present two official references from relevant agencies. For further information on this exemption, please contact us via email at admin@nwcc.edu.au or by phone at 1300 988 181.

We have 10 other locations around Sydney and NSW. You can view them all and see all the dates in one place on the NSW white card page.

If you are looking for an after-hours course, we run them in Sydney city only a 5-minute walk from Central Station.

It is essential to bring the correct ID requirements with you. This is one of the most important parts of the class. Please see our requirements sections, if you are unsure about what is needed and ensure you have the necessary ID for the course. If you didn’t provide your USI during enrolment, you will also need to bring that with you.

Apart from that, just bring yourself and a good attitude, and you are sure to leave with a white card, ready to work in construction. You only need to wear normal comfortable clothes and shoes; there’s no requirement to wear or bring any construction clothing or PPE to the class. Everything you need will be provided at the venue for use on the day.

The venue is easy to find. We are a shop on the ground floor facing the street. You will see the entrance to the block of flats. If you look three shops up from the entrance to the block of flats, you will see our shop. There is a lot of signage in the window.

It is highly recommended that you take the train to the venue. Being so close to Central Station, it is the best option. If you must drive, be warned that parking around Surry Hills is very challenging and has 2-hour time limits. If you do decide to drive, you will be given multiple breaks throughout the day when you can move your car if needed.

Booking a white card course is a simple process. Before you begin, ensure you have your Unique Student Identifier (USI) ready. If you don’t have a USI yet, follow these steps to obtain one:

1. Visit usi.gov.au and click on “Get a USI.”
2. Follow the prompts to create your USI.
3. If you already have a USI but can’t remember it, you can navigate to “Find my USI” on the website.

Now, follow these steps to book your white card course:

1. Visit our website and find your course
2. Choose your preferred location from the list of available course locations or scroll down to see all available courses at all locations in your state
3. Select the date that best suits your availability.
4. Click the “Enroll” button for the chosen date.
5. Complete the enrollment form by providing your personal details and payment information.

Once your payment is processed, you will receive a confirmation email containing essential information about the course, including the date, time, and venue. Please keep an eye on your inbox and mark the date on your calendar.

Eligibility:

• Anyone can book a white card course, regardless of their citizenship or visa status, as long as they are in Australia.
• If you are currently overseas but planning to attend the course in Australia, you can still book the course. Make sure to obtain your USI before coming to Australia and provide it to the instructor on the day of the course.

Congratulations! You are now successfully enrolled in the white card course. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact our support team at admin@nwcc.edu.au or call 1300 988 181.