Apply for a white card

You must have a white card to work as a construction worker in the Northern Territory (NT).

A white card is also known as a general construction induction training card.

If you apply online you can choose to receive a digital white card.

New application

To apply for a white card in the NT you must have completed the general construction training course.

This must be done face-to-face with an approved NT registered training organisation (RTO).

Online training courses aren't recognised.

Find an RTO on the NT WorkSafe website.

Replacement application

How long it takes

Online applications are processed within 20 business days.

What you need

To apply online, you need a credit or debit card for payment and one of the following types of Australian identification (ID):

• drivers licence
• passport
• birth certificate
• visa.

We will use your ID to verify your identity. If you don’t have one of the above types of ID, you can’t apply online. Read below for other ways to apply.

Name change requests also need either a marriage or change of name certificate.

Training evidence for new applicants

Applicants need evidence they have completed the face-to-face training course: Prepare to work safely in the construction industry – CPCWHS1001.

Training evidence includes a statement of attainment or a written declaration from the training provider. You have 60 days to apply from the date your training certificate was issued.

You don’t need to attach training evidence if you are replacing your existing NT white card.

Fees

New or replacement white card costs $29.

Name change requests are free.

How to apply or renew

You can apply online, in person, via email or post.

Online

Go to Territory Services

In person, email or post

Fill in and submit an application to a Territory Business Centre using the form on the NT WorkSafe website.

Get help

For further information contact the Territory Business Centre on 1800 193 111 or email TerritoryBusinessCentre@nt.gov.au.