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Registration Renewal Frequently Asked Questions

How do I renew my registrations?

Participants can renew their registrations online via their eTrac portal or by calling 13 49 42.

How much will my renewal cost?

For the most current registration renewal fees, please visit the Participant Registrations page and scroll to the bottom.

When does my GWIC registration expire?

Your GWIC registration will expire on your birth date either 1 year or 3 years from your last renewal. You can find your registration expiry date on your GWIC Identification card or by calling 13 49 42. 

How long can I renew my registration for?

Participants have the option to renew for one or three years, with a 30% discount offered with three-year registration renewals.

Participants must renew all registrations they wish to keep, at the same time and for the same period of time (one or three years).

I did not renew my registration prior to the expiry date, am I able to still renew?

Yes, you can renew your registration up to 3 months after it has expired. However, if your application for renewal is more than 28 days overdue, a $50 reinstatement fee will apply to reinstate your name to the register of participants, in addition to the renewal fee.

 Registrations that have expired are not able to be renewed online. Please contact the Registration & Welfare Team on 13 GWIC (13 49 42) for assistance.

My registration has expired more than 3 months ago, can my registration be renewed?

No. If your application for renewal is more than 3 months overdue, you will need to reapply for your registration. This will include providing a new National Police History Certificate with any applications.

How can I pay for my renewal?

Online – BPAY, credit card, PayID, PayPal.

Registration Renewal form - Credit card, cheque or money order.

Over the phone – Credit card.

Please note cash payments cannot be accepted.

Do I need to provide a passport photo?

No. We do not require a passport photo. We can use the previous photo you have provided.

Do I need to provide a police check with my renewal?

No. We do not require a police check with your registration renewal.

I don’t have access to a computer. How can I renew my registration?

You can renew your registration over the phone by calling the Registration and Welfare team on 13 49 42.

Will I receive a new identification card?

Yes. Once your registration renewal has been processed, a new identification card will be issued to you.

How long will it take for me to get my new identification card?

Once you complete your registration, we will aim to have your card to you within four weeks. If you have not received your card within six weeks, please call 13 49 42 to let us know and we will check your contact details and issue you another card.

How will I receive my new identification card?

Your new identification card will be issued by regular post to your listed postal address.

I haven’t received my new identification card as yet. What can I do?

If your card was not received within six weeks from your date of renewal, you can contact the Commission on 13 49 42 and the Registration & Welfare team can check the status of your identification card and issue a new card if required.

I only have an owner registration. Will I receive an identification card?

No. Participants who only hold an owner registration will not be provided an identification card as you would not be required to present it to Commission staff.

I don’t want my registration to renew as I am planning on leaving the industry, how do I cancel my registration?

If you no longer wish to be registered as an industry participant, contact the Commission on 13 49 42 and we will arrange for your registration to be surrendered.

I wish to downgrade my registration from public trainer to owner trainer or trainer to attendant. What do I need to do?

If you wish to downgrade your registration, please complete a paper renewal form and write “downgrade” on it. We will then be able to process your renewal and downgrade your registration.

Alternatively, you can contact the Registration and Welfare Team on 13 49 42 to complete the downgrade and renewal over the phone.