Why Do We Need to Verify Your ID?
Before we can sell shares on your behalf, we’re required by law to confirm the identity of the registered shareholder(s). This helps protect you from unauthorised transactions and ensures full compliance with ASIC and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.
The process is simple and — for most people — can be completed online in minutes.
For Australian Residents
If you’re in Australia, you can usually complete ID verification online through our secure upload system.
You’ll need to provide:
- 100 points of ID for each registered shareholder — see [our guide here]
- Documents must clearly show your full name, date of birth, and residential address
- The name on your ID must match the registered name on the shareholding
We accept scanned or photographed copies of ID, provided the images are clear, legible, and in full (front and back where applicable).
For Overseas Residents
If you are currently residing outside of Australia, additional steps apply:
- Original certified hard copies of your ID must be posted to Unbroker
- ID documents must be certified by a recognised authority in your country (e.g. notary public, solicitor, police officer)
- The certifier’s full name, title, registration number (if applicable), and certification date must be included
- Certification must be within the last 30 days
- A wet signature is required on the share sale authority form
We cannot accept emailed or scanned ID documents from international shareholders.
Postal details will be provided once you begin your application.
What Counts Toward 100 Points?
You must provide at least one primary document, and enough secondary documents to reach 100 points.
Primary Documents
| Document | Points |
| Australian Passport | 70 |
| Australian Driver Licence | 60 |
| Full Australian Birth Cert. | 70 |
| Proof of Age Card | 40 |
| Government Employee ID | 40 |
Secondary Documents
| Document | Points |
| Certificate of Citizenship | 40 |
| Australian Visa | 40 |
| Change of Name Certificate | 40 |
| Medicare Card | 40 |
| Marriage Certificate | 25 |
| Bank Statement (with name and address) | 25 |
| Utility Bill (current) | 20 |
| Lease Agreement or Tax Notice | 20–25 |
You only need to reach 100 points — extra is fine but not required.
⚠️ Important Reminders
- All documents must be clear and legible
- Certification must be no more than 30 days old
- Each shareholder must meet the 100-point requirement individually
- We’ll contact you if anything is missing, expired, or unclear
Your Privacy Is Protected
All ID is processed securely and in accordance with Australian privacy and data protection laws.
We only collect what’s needed to complete your sale and meet regulatory obligations.
Fast, Compliant, and Secure
At Unbroker, we’ve made the ID process as simple as possible — while meeting all legal requirements.
