If you are leaving home for an extended period of time, let Victoria Police know by registering your absence from your residence.
Key crime prevention tips
When leaving your residence for an extended time:
- lock all your doors and windows
- arrange someone to check in on the house
- secure valuables in a safe place
- register your absence with Victoria Police.
How to register your absence
You can register your absence online, or at your local police station.
When you register your absence from residence with Victoria Police, you'll need to provide:
- your contact information
- the times and dates you'll be away
- details for who to contact while you’re away.
Be sure to notify police if you return earlier than planned.
Find out tips on how to keep your home safe on our Prevent home burglaries page.
Register online
To register your absence from residence online, visit the Service Victoria website.
Register at your local police station
You can register your absence from residence in person at your local police station.
Download and complete the absence from residence form.
Take the completed form to your local police station.
How the register works
All police stations have an absence from residence register. When you submit your absence from residence, police can use the information provided to contact you if there is an incident at your home.
They can also keep your address in mind when performing patrols of the area. However, there is no guarantee that police will attend your property for a check-in.
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