Route 2 ID Verification: The Low Down

As part of the DBS process all applicants will need to have their identification documents verified and, in most cases, this is a quick and hassle-free task. However, on occasions if an applicant does not have the appropriate documents to verify the identification, they will have to use an alternative route.

The following guidelines will unravel any uncertainties applicants may have concerning Route 2 and will support them with the necessary documents needed to complete a DBS application.

Firstly, applicants can only proceed down Route 2 if they cannot produce satisfactory documents for Route 1, but if they are a non-EEA applicant and hoping to work on a voluntary basis, they will be unable use this route.

How does Route 2 work?

If an applicant cannot proceed via Route 1, they will need the following documents to complete the DBS check via Route 2:

1. 1 document from Group 2a PLUS
2. 2 documents from Group 2a or 2b

Please note that at least one of these credentials must show a current address.

In addition to these three documents, Care Check will need to undertake an external ID verification on behalf of the applicant to verify the information that has been provided.

The external verification is processed by Care Check at an extra cost through a UK credit referencing agency; in fact it is very similar to that of a credit referencing check.

The validation confirms the applicant’s name and address information linked to details such as the electoral roll, utilities and loan accounts.