From 1 July 2021, new rules for right to work checks will apply. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens will need to provide evidence of a lawful immigration status in the UK.
In response to these changes, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has updated the ID checking guidelines for:
- Basic DBS checks, submitted through a Responsible Organisation
- Standard and Enhanced DBS checks
The updated Basic DBS check ID guidelines can be found here: Basic check guidance and policies - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
The updated ID guidelines for Standard and Enhanced DBS checks can be found here: DBS ID checking guidelines - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
The new guidance comes into effect from 1 July 2021, however some Registered Bodies and Responsible Organisations may require a period of time to make technical changes to their online systems.
In light of this, the existing ID checking guidelines will remain on GOV.UK alongside the new guidelines, until 1 October 2021, and either version can be used up until this date.
For further information visit GOV.UK.