Evidence Guide for Smoother Assessment

General Documents

For most construction and trade licence applications, you will typically need:

Proof of identity (passport, driver licence, birth certificate)

Proof of current address

Recent passport-style photograph

Original qualification certificates

Academic transcripts showing subjects completed

Statements of attainment for individual units

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) documentation if applicable

Overseas qualification assessments if applicable

Employment history timeline

Payslips or payment summaries from each employer

Statutory declarations from supervisors

Reference letters from employers or clients

Photos of completed work (optional but helpful)

Contracts or quotes showing work performed (optional)

Personal financial statement

Bank statements (recent months)

Tax returns (recent years)

Company financial statements (if applicable)

ASIC company extract

Director identification details

Shareholder details

Nominee or responsible-person consent form

Nominee or responsible-person employment or directorship evidence

Certificate of currency for public liability insurance

Home warranty insurance certificate (where required)

Ensure all documents are clear and legible

Certify copies where required

Check all dates are consistent across documents

Organise documents in the order listed on the application form