Update Service and other DBS online services
DBS offers a number of online services, including the Update Service, DBS online accounts and online tracking.
Update Service
Access the Update Service here.
The Update Service is an online subscription that allows you to keep your standard or enhanced certificates up-to-date, and allows employers to check a certificate online.
You can join the Update Service as soon as you have your application form reference number.
The Update Service Privacy Policy can be found here.
Subscribe to the Update Service
Log in to the Update Service
Perform a status check as an employer
Update Service guidance for applicants
Update Service guidance for employers
DBS online account
You can access the DBS online account portal here and the below PDFs detail how to create, activate and edit your DBS online account, alongside some other actions.
Please note that an online account is only for barring or basic check products, and cannot be used for standard or enhanced checks, or for the update service.
Apply for a basic DBS check
Individuals can now apply for a basic check through our online application route.
Apply for a basic DBS check online
DBS basic check information
Track your basic DBS application
Information about how to track your basic application can be found here or within the PDF below.
View a basic DBS certificate
Your DBS online account can also be used to view your own basic DBS certificate or an applicant’s basic DBS certificate if you are an employer.
Track your standard or enhanced DBS application
Track your standard or enhanced DBS application
Multiple tracking
Multiple tracking of standard or enhanced applications
Make an online barring referral
More information about barring referrals can be found here.