The guides on this page provide instructions to vetting applicants on how to activate their NSVS Portal account, access, complete and submit their Security Questionnaire (eform) and submit an aftercare incident report.
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Updates to this page
Published 10 October 2016 Last updated 12 September 2024 +show all updates
This guidance has been updated as part of UK Security Vettings ongoing review of all our gov.uk content, in consultation with subject matter experts and relevant stakeholders, to ensure that it accurately represents current vetting policy, processes and terminology.We are working to remove duplicate, redundant, and outdated documents where possible, as well as those which do not meet accessibility standards. Where this has happened, users may find that URLs have been redirected to take you to the current guidance.
Hints and tips guide on completing the e-form updated to align with current form and current policy.
Guidance updated to reflect launch of new Level 1B and new UKSV Helpdesk service
Wording re required documents updated to reflect change in UK divorce law from April 2022.
Additional documents added: 'Hints and tips for accessing your portal account', 'Hints and tips for completing your e-form', 'Interview checklist'.