UK basic criminal record (DBS) check fee
United Kingdom · England and Wales · Basic DBS check fee (Disclosure and Barring Service)
Usually processed within 3 days; paper certificate posted
What the report shows
Fee for a basic criminal record certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service, showing unspent convictions, for jobs in England and Wales. Standard and enhanced checks can only be requested through an employer or registered body.
Who needs it
job applicants, people moving to UK jobs, contractors, volunteers
Why people order it
employment checks, visa or licence applications, contractor onboarding
Legal limits
Only the individual (16 or over) can apply for their own basic check through GOV.UK One Login, or a DBS-registered Responsible Organisation with consent; standard and enhanced checks only via an employer or registered body. Joy cannot apply (guide page).
Issued by
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) · Official source
Questions and answers
How do I get UK basic criminal record (DBS) check fee?
Only the person concerned can obtain it, directly from Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). GOV.UK > Request a basic DBS check > Start now > sign in or create GOV.UK One Login and prove identity > enter 5-year address history and identity documents > pay £20 by card > submit
Joy Work OS is a private service and not the issuing authority. You can also order this document directly from the authority at the official fee.