Check Types & Processes
Explaining different verification types
By Cipher and 1 other2 authors6 articles
- Your DBS Check ExplainedQuick Answer: A DBS check shows your criminal record history. TrustID verifies your identity; your employer submits the application to DBS, and DBS processes the check and issues the certificate.
- What Documents for DBS Check?Quick Answer: For TrustID: Usually one biometric passport or biometric EU/EEA ID card. For DBS in person checks: employer advises (address proof, NI number).
- Am I Eligible for Digital Verification for DBS Basic?Quick Answer: Yes if: in date biometric passport or biometric EU/EEUA identity card OR non biometric document plus supplementary document such as UK driving licence No if: expired, or wrong…
- Am I Eligible for Digital Verification for DBS Standard/Enhanced?Quick Answer: Yes if: You have an in-date biometric passport or in-date biometric EU/EEA ID card (these contain a chip). No if: You only have a non-biometric document (no chip).
- Am I Eligible for Digital Verification for Right to Work?Quick Answer: Yes if: UK/Irish biometric passport + smartphone. No if: only birth certificate, expired
- What are the 2026 changes to UK Right to Work checks?From 1 October 2026, UK Right to Work checks will apply to workers, subcontractors, and online matching services—not just employees. This article explains who's in scope, covers the new "extended…