DBS National Security Vetting

Vetting Frequently Asked Questions - The following pages provide answers to some of the questions frequently asked by Sponsors and Subjects on National Security Vetting and DBS NSV’s vetting process.

The Vetting System: Why is the vetting system necessary and what does it aim to achieve?; Who is affected?; How does the vetting system work?
Safeguards: What are my rights?; What do I do if I think the DV interview was conducted unfairly or improperly?; Is the system fair?; What protection is there?; How confidential is the vetting process?
The Vetting Process: Why am I being vetted now?; What is Developed Vetting?; Do I need Developed Vetting?; I've been vetted before - why do I have to provide lots of the same information all over again?; Why do you need medical information?; Why do you need my/my partner's financial information?; What will I be asked at interview as a Vetting Subject or as a Referee?; Where will I be interviewed?; Will I be asked for any documents at the interview?; Can I bring a friend to the interview?; Who should I name as referees and what will you ask them?; Who acts as a Referee?; What do I do as a Referee?; What are the definitions for ROUTINE PRIORITY & IMMEDIATE requests for clearance?; Can I employ staff while waiting for their security clearance?; Is there a requirement to re-vet people that rejoin within a year of leaving?; Do I have the chance to say what I think about the DV process?; How long does the vetting process take?
Assessment of Suitability: Who decides whether a security clearance will be granted?; Will I be told the outcome of the process?; What if you refuse my clearance?; Can I appeal against a vetting decision?; Will a criminal record result in clearance being refused?
Personal Finance: Why am I being sent a Financial Questionnaire (FQ) now?; Why me? I'm only SC cleared and none of my colleagues have been sent a FQ?; Do I have to answer all the questions?; Why do you need my/my partner's financial information?; What will happen if I refuse to complete the FQ?; What happens if you are not satisfied with my answers?; Will you pass the information on the FQ to anyone else?; Can you provide advice on financial problems?; Can you send me a copy of any information you have received from the credit reference company?
Contractors and Consultants: Do I need a security clearance, or does my company need security cleared staff to bid for MOD contracts?; How do I get a security clearance?; Why does MOD insist on having sponsors for security clearances? Why can't I just apply for a security clearance?
Privacy and Data Protection: How do I request personal data that DBS NSV hold's on me?; Do I need a security clearance, or does my company need security cleared staff to bid for MOD contracts?

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