Garda Vetting processing times are approximately ten working days from when the applicant completes the link sent to them by the National Vetting Bureau (NVB).

Vetting is the process of thoroughly investigating an individual, company, or other entity before making a decision to go forward with a joint project. A background review is an example of a vetting process for a potential employee. Once the vetting process is concluded, a well-informed hiring decision can be made.

You complete the vetting application form online and submit it to the organisation. The organisation reviews your vetting application form and submits it to the National Vetting Bureau. The National Vetting Bureau processes the application and sends a vetting disclosure to the organisation.

Vetting refers to the process of critical and careful examination of the documents pertaining to the contract to be executed in terms of law. A contract is analyzed and comprehended in terms of the contents therein and hence, it is very important that the terms of the contract are stated clearly and precisely.

Vetting usually begins after you have gone through an initial set of interviews. It may include a prospective employer checking your credit references, verifying your professional licenses and certifications, tracking your employment history or looking for any prior convictions or jail time.

NVB = National Vetting Bureau (An Garda Síochána) Disclosure = Confirmation letter you have been vetted.

Vetting Invitation This Form must be completed in full using BLOCK CAPITALS and writing must be clear and legible. Under Sec 26(b) of the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable persons) Act 2012, it is an offence to make a false statement for the purpose of obtaining a vetting disclosure.