New Zealand's most comprehensive tenant check

Over 10 years of tenancy tribunal, credit, and public record data, structured into a clear, independent risk assessment report.

Trusted by landlords, insurers and property professionals nationwide

Tommy's Real Estate
RE/MAX
Property Brokers
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Why TenantCheck is relied upon

Comprehensive Data

Over 10 years of Tenancy Tribunal records, court fines, credit agency reports, and public record data — compiled into one structured assessment.

Independent Assessment

TenantCheck focuses solely on tenant vetting, delivering factual assessments free from bundled services or incentives that could compromise judgement.

Data-backed Decisions

Results are presented clearly and directly, showing what is known, what is flagged, and why it matters — supporting confident, defensible decisions.

TenantCheck tenant background assessment report held in front of a rental property

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Background Intelligence

Over 10 years of records from New Zealand courts, tribunals, and public sources - structured into a clear risk assessment.

Tenancy Services
NZ Police
Ministry of Justice
Dept of Corrections
Interpol
Sensible Sentencing
Companies Office
Insolvency Register
TVNZ
NZ Herald
Stuff

Credit Agencies

We check all three main credit agencies operating in New Zealand - Equifax, Centrix, and Illion.

Equifax
Centrix
Experian

Tenant database

Full Checks include access to the Experian Tenancy database, formerly known as the TINZ and Illion Tenancy databases, with landlord reviews and tenancy history.

Experian Tenancy

How TenantCheck works

Two methods are available - use the workflow that suits you. TenantCheck Apply is the new way to collect tenant applications and run checks online.

Prefer the manual process? Download a pre-tenancy application form or see both workflows.

Inside TenantCheck's Assessment Report

  • Multi-bureau credit data
  • Public record screening
  • Risk indicators and scoring
  • Tenancy Tribunal history
  • Independent, structured assessment
Tenant holding a TenantCheck assessment report in front of a rental property

I found TenantCheck very simple and easy to use. I like having the option to conduct a quick check and follow up with a more in-depth search if needed.

nigel

Wellington, NZ

Protect your next tenancy decision

Trusted data. Independent assessment. Confident outcomes.