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Which type of witness are you?

Authorised witness status sits on top of an existing profession, so the right starting point depends on who you are.

Choose your path
Core

Justice of the Peace, Notary, or Commissioner for Declarations

Witnessing is your primary role. See how to get found, get recognised, and connect with a wider network.

Go to Core Witnesses
Occupational

Police, Legal Practitioner, or Pharmacist

Witnessing is part of a busier role. See the tools that make it quick and error-free.

Go to Occupational Witnesses

Why does this matter?

There's no single "authorised witness" profile. It's a status layered on top of more than fifteen existing professions across Australia, so the way AWA supports you depends heavily on how witnessing fits into your working life.

SegmentWitnessing is…
CoreYour chosen role or primary purpose
OccupationalEmbedded in your existing job
Eligible & unsureOne of many admin duties tied to your tenure