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Guidance: Vetting explained and our vetting charter

Cabinet Office

February 20
12:38 2024

These documents outline our commitment to applicants and holders of a UK security clearance and what we expect from them. Useful guidance for vetting applicants and sponsors can also be found on this page.

Further guidance for vetting applicants and sponsors, including common errors to avoid, can also be found in these videos. More information is also available on our Demystifying Vetting page

Advice for new applicants

Advice for new applicants

Advice for vetting sponsors

Advice for vetting sponsors

Published 14 October 2020
Last updated 20 February 2024 +show all updates
  1. Guidance added to support national security vetting applicants who are experiencing menopause.

  2. Guidance added for Trans community on applying for national security clearance

  3. Guidance added for line managers on supporting colleagues applying for national security vetting.

  4. Links added to guidance videos for vetting sponsors and applicants

  5. Guidance for applicants and sponsors has been added.

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