What is an external ID validation check?
An external ID Validation check validates the names, addresses and date of birth details (the identity) of a DBS Applicant. This check complies with the standards outlined in Level 2 of the HMG’s minimum requirements for the verification of the identity of individuals.
Can you get a DBS check without a passport?
It is possible to get a DBS check without photo ID, but this can be more awkward than if you have a passport or driving licence. Many people find it worthwhile applying for a provision driving licence as standard ID.
What does a DBS check show?
A standard DBS check is suitable for certain roles, such as a security guard. The certificate will contain details of both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are held on the Police National Computer, which are not subject to filtering.
Is there an external ID validation check for DBS?
It’s is FREE and under NO OBLIGATION The DBS have introduced new criteria for checking the ID of DBS Applications. Route 2 of the DBS ID Checking criteria requires an External ID Validation check. An external ID Validation check validates the names, addresses and date of birth details (the identity) of a DBS Applicant.
What do I need to know about DBS Route 2?
DBS Route 2 ID validation check As part of Route 2, an applicant has to undergo independent 3rd party ‘Identity Verification Checks’ or ‘ID Checks’. An external ID validation check is an additional way of verifying the identity of an applicant.
How to check the identity of a DBS check applicant?
Guidance to help you validate the identity of a DBS check applicant and a new lead/countersignatory. This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. Request an accessible format.
Can a driving licence be used for a DBS check?
Added a Welsh version of the ‘ID checking guidelines for DBS check applications’. Added ID checking scenarios for DBS check applicants. From 8 June 2015, the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence will not be valid and will no longer be issued by DVLA. Added the Welsh version of the new identity checking guidelines.
