Complete a PVG application you have been sent
If you're going to do regulated role, it's a legal requirement to join the PVG scheme.
If you’re already a PVG scheme member, you may need to apply to keep your membership up to date.
The organisation you're working with needs to start the application. You cannot apply until the organisation starts it.
How to apply
1. Check your emails for an application link
Once your organisation completes the first part of the application, you'll get an email with a link to complete the rest of the application.
When you select the link you’ll be asked to sign in using ScotAccount to access Disclosure Scotland services.
2. Complete the application
Your application will show as 'Ready to start' in your account. You have 14 days to complete it, starting from when you were sent the application link.
If you do not have a ScotAccount you can create one using the unique link in the email. Use a personal email address when creating an account.
ScotAccount is a secure way to access public services online. You can use it to sign in to services and verify your personal information.
3. 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.
4. Share the 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. This allows them to continue the recruitment process. You have 14 days to share it.
You will not get a paper certificate.
Information for care experienced people
There’s information to help you complete the application, including how to answer the address history part.
Offline options
If you cannot apply online, there are offline options. Contact the organisation you're applying with and ask them to start an offline application.