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A suitable route for the role

The right route.
For the right role.

DBS application support depends on the role, purpose and applicable eligibility requirements. IQVS DBS applications are not open yet.

Applications currently unavailable

Eligibility comes first

A specific check.
For a specific purpose.

Basic, Standard and Enhanced checks are different routes. Standard and Enhanced checks require an eligible role; they are not general upgrades. Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own checking routes.

What determines the route

  • The role and duties
  • The applicant or employer’s purpose
  • Where the work will take place
  • The employer or recipient’s required check

Before applications can open

Provider, identity
and eligibility controls.

IQVS application support requires an appropriate registered provider. Provider arrangements, identity-check responsibilities, supported checks, charges and the application route must be confirmed before applications open.

Do not submit identity documents or criminal-record information for DBS at this stage. This information page does not start an application or reserve a check.

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