We will need to be able to confirm your age and identity by providing acceptable photographic ID.

In addition to ID requirements, you need to be 18 years of age or older to trade second-hand goods within South Australia.

There are only a limited number of acceptable forms of photographic ID. These must total 100 points:

Group A Each document is worth 70 points:

  • A fully certified birth certificate (or copy certified by a Justice of the Peace)
  • A current passport
  • An Australian citizenship certificate

Group B Each document is worth 40 points.(preferably containing a photograph of the applicant)

  • A current licence or permit issued under Australian law, e.g. Drivers licence
  • Identification issued by Government authorities e.g. one of the following:
    • Public Service employee identification
    • Evidence of your entitlement to financial benefits or other entitlements from the Commonwealth or a State or Territory Government.
  • A student identification card issued by an Australian educational institution.
  • A statement from your employer or an acceptable referee verifying your identity and certifying that they have known you by your name for at least twelve months. (Preferably with a photograph of you signed by the employer or referee).

Group C Each document is worth 25 points

  • Official correspondence addressed to you such as a public utility account (eg. gas, water, electricity), council rates, bank statement or similar.
  • Bankcard, Visa or other credit card.
  • Any other document which in the opinion of the person to whom it is produced, provides similar verification of the applicants identity.