Apply for a Level 2 disclosure
A Level 2 disclosure shows criminal record information. It helps organisations make sure you're suitable for the role you're applying for.
What Level 2 is used for
It's only used for specific roles, such as :
- solicitors
- accountants
- prison workers
It's also used for:
- Security Industry Authority licences
- registration with The Gambling Commission
The organisation you're working with will tell you if you need this disclosure.
What a Level 2 disclosure shows
A Level 2 disclosure shows:
- unspent convictions
- certain spent convictions
- certain spent childhood convictions and children’s hearings outcomes
- any notification requirements (instructions someone must follow if they're placed on the Sex Offenders Register)
- unspent cautions (but not a childhood caution)
- other relevant information held by the police
How to apply
It's a two-stage process:
- An organisation needs to start the application for you.
- You then get an email with a link to complete the application.
You cannot apply until the organisation starts the application. You'll be asked to sign in using ScotAccount before you apply, or to create an account if you not have one.
ScotAccount is a secure way to access public services online. You can use it to sign in to services and verify your personal information.
Track your application
Once you submit an application it's usually processed with 14 days, unless Disclosure Scotland needs more information. You can track its progress in your account.
Share your disclosure
Once your application is processed Disclosure Scotland will send you an email. This will have a secure link to sign in and view your disclosure online.
You can then share the disclosure with the organisation you’re applying with. You have 14 days to share it.
You will not get a paper certificate.
Cost
It costs £25 for a Level 2 disclosure.
Offline options
If you cannot apply online, there are offline options.
Help
You can contact Disclosure Scotland for help:
- phone: 0300 020 0040
- email: response@disclosurescotland.gov.scot
The helpline is open Monday to Wednesday 9am to 4pm and Friday 9am to 3.30pm.
There is an e-learning course you can use to learn more about the application process.