Verify your identity for your own DBS application
Simplify identity verification for your staff
Designed to support DBS identity requirements
Identity checks are an important part of the DBS application process. They help confirm that applicants are who they claim to be before a DBS check is submitted. Our secure online identity checking service makes the process quicker, easier and more convenient for both individuals and organisations.
Anyone applying for a DBS check may need to verify their identity before their application can be processed. Employers can also use identity checks to support their recruitment process.
Yes. Our online identity checking process allows you to verify your identity using a compatible smartphone or tablet, without needing to attend an in-person document check.
You'll be guided through a simple process to confirm your identity by providing a valid identity document and completing a quick face verification. Most checks take just a few minutes to complete.
Yes, the applicant must provide their details and consent before the check proceeds.
Our identity checking process has been designed to be quick and straightforward, helping applicants complete verification before their DBS application is submitted
Enter your details and follow the instructions to begin the verification process
Use your smartphone or tablet to capture your identity document and complete a quick face verification
Once your identity has been successfully verified, your DBS application can continue
For eligible roles, showing spent and unspent criminal record information.
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