100 Points of ID Guide

Rental Application Checklist (Melbourne)

If you’re applying to rent a property in Melbourne, you’ll need to provide ID documents that total at least 100 points. This guide shows you how.

What is the 100 Points of ID System?

Brief explanation for first-time renters, international applicants, students, etc.

100 Points ID Checklist

Document Type	Example Documents	Points
Primary ID	Passport, Driver Licence	70
Secondary ID	Bank card, Medicare card	25-40
Proof of Address	Utility bill, lease agreement	20
Other	Student ID, Employment letter	10-20

🧾 How It Works

• Choose documents from the list below
• You must include at least one primary ID
• Some documents must show your current residential address
• Total points from all documents must be 100 or more

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📘 Primary Documents (70 points each — choose 1 max)

Document	Points
Australian Passport (current or expired within 2 years)	70
International Passport (current)	70
Australian Birth Certificate (not an extract)	70
Australian Citizenship Certificate	70

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📙 Secondary Documents (10–40 points each)

Document	Points
Australian Driver Licence or Learner’s Permit	40
Proof of Age Card	25
Medicare Card	25
Rental Lease Agreement (current)	25
Utility Bill (water, gas, electricity – last 3 months)	25
Council Rates Notice	25
Vehicle Registration or Insurance	25
Bank Statement or Passbook	25
Credit or Debit Card (must include your name)	25
Centrelink or Social Security Card	20
Tertiary Student Photo ID	20
Government Employee ID	20
Working with Children Check	20
Professional Association Card (CPA, AHPRA etc.)	20

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✅ Tips for Renters

• Scan all documents clearly, in colour if possible
• Double check expiry dates
• Include at least one document showing your current address
• Don’t hesitate to contact us if you’re unsure

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📥 Need Help?

If you’re not sure what to submit, or you’re an international student or first-time renter, we’re here to guide you.
📩 or visit the Consumer Affairs Victoria Rental Page for more legal info.