DBS Checks
FAQs about DBS Checks
If you need to start your application for a DBS Check all you need to do is go to the ‘I’m a driver’ page. Once you’re on that page, you can use the search...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:51 PM
Within 1 hour of purchasing your check, you will receive either 2 or 3 emails depending on the Council you are working for. The email from donotreply@employ...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:01 PM
You can complete your application on a mobile device, but we don’t recommend it. Most applicants’ problems are resolved simply by using a computer. If you ...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 3:54 PM
When ordering your check, we only need your first name and surname. This is not the application form. If you include middle names it can cause delays. ...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:55 PM
If you have not lived in the UK for at least 5 years, there may be a specific process you need to follow for your licensing authority. You need to speak to ...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:51 PM
Providing 5 years’ worth of addresses is a minimum requirement for the Enhanced DBS check. You don’t need to provide the exact date, but month and year is r...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 3:59 PM
If you haven’t received your E-Reference number, it means part of your application is incomplete. You need to make sure you have completed every step on you...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:57 PM
Within 24 hours of your application being submitted you will receive an email from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This email will contain your ‘E-refer...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 3:55 PM
Unfortunately, you can’t. There is no fast-track procedure for the DBS. Once an application has been submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service all you...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 3:59 PM
The Disclosure and Barring Service will post the certificate to the address stated on the application form. They advise that this can take up to 14 days. ...
Fri, 1 Oct, 2021 at 4:03 PM