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Verification of Identity

Did you know that when buying or selling property it is a necessary part of the process that your conveyancer verifies your identity, either personally, or via an approved Identity Verifier?

The Queensland Titles Office has set a Verification of Identity (‘VOI’) Standard of what is acceptable. Generally, the most common identity documents required are either:

For Australian Citizens or Residents –

  • Australian Passport or foreign passport or Australian Evidence of Immigration Status ImmiCard or Australian Migration Status ImmiCard; plus
  • Australian driver’s licence or Photo Card; plus
  • Change of name or marriage certificate if necessary

OR

  • Australian Passport or foreign passport or Australian Evidence of Immigration Status ImmiCard or Australian Migration Status ImmiCard; plus
  • Full birth certificate or citizenship certificate or descent certificate plus Medicare or Centrelink or Department of Veterans’ Affairs card; plus
  • Change of name or marriage certificate if necessary

For Persons who are not Australian Citizens or Residents –

  • Foreign passport; plus
  • Another form of government issued photographic identity Document; plus
  • Change of name or marriage certificate if necessary

OR

  • Foreign passport; plus
  • Full birth certificate; plus
  • Another form of government issued identity Document; plus
  • Change of name or marriage certificate if necessary

The VOI process is a preventative measure against any fraudulent transactions, particularly with the evolution of an electronic titling system and e-conveyancing.

If you’re thinking of buying or selling, now is the time to get your ID in order, to ensure a smooth transaction.

For more information phone our friendly team on 1300 765 488.