National Visits Media Card (NVMC)
What is an NVMC?
A National Visits Media Card (NVMC) identifies the holder as a person with a legitimate media interest in the visits of foreign dignitaries. The card does not automatically entitle the holder to any special consideration or close proximity to visiting dignitaries or associated events. The NVMC has been introduced to cater for visits of foreign dignitaries where a higher level of security is required.
Applicants for the NVMC must undergo identity checking, be certified by a registered media organisation as being a person assigned to report on visits to Australia by foreign dignitaries and pay an administrative fee of $30 for the card. The NVMC is valid for a maximum of two years, provided employment is still current as per original application.
Who administers the NVMC?
The NVMC is administered by the Protective Security Coordination Centre (PSCC), a Division of the Attorney-General's Department. The PSCC collects the information on the application form in order to administer the NVMC scheme that identifies the holder as a person with a legitimate media interest in the visits of foreign dignitaries. Completed application forms for an NVMC are lodged at authorised Australia Post outlets. Australia Post gives the information in the application form to the PSCC. Information contained in this application will be kept in the strictest confidence and handled in accordance with the Privacy Act, 1988. If you have any queries about the content or application process, please contact the PSCC Visiting Dignitaries and Special Projects on (02) 6250 5311.
How do I apply for an NVMC?
To apply for an NVMC, applicants must use the application form found on this web page. An explanation of what the applicant must do to obtain an NVMC is included on the application form.
Completed applications can be lodged at authorised Australia Post KeyPost outlets. A list of these outlets can be found at www.auspost.com.au/keypost.
Applicants will need to have spare photocopies of their evidence-of-identity documents when they lodge their application. Faxed certifications will be accepted (Part B).
Electronic NVMC Application Form and Download Instructions
- Open the PDF form (found at the top right corner of this web page) in your browser and / or save it to your desktop.
- Electronically complete Part A and Part B. (The form is fillable on screen.) We prefer you to complete the form on screen and then print and sign by hand.
Please note: If it is not possible to complete this form by typing your details into the spaces provided, please print and complete the form by hand. - After you have printed the document, please follow the instructions for lodgement.
