Apply online for a basic check through a responsible body
You need a NIDA LOA2 account to apply for a basic check. You can only apply if the organisation that asked you for the check gave you a personal identification number (PIN). Your application must be approved by the AccessNI responsible body before being submitted to AccessNI for processing.
Before you start
A guide to completing a basic check application through a responsible body is available to applicants.
When you create your NIDA LOA2 account, you’ll receive a confirmation email immediately. Once you activate your account, you can log in and apply for a basic check. You’ll need:
- PIN given to you by the organisation that asked you for a basic check
- your home addresses for the last five years
- your National Insurance number
- your driving licence and passport numbers (if you have these documents)
AccessNI account
You must create your own NIDA LOA2 account and log into apply.
If you have already created your own NIDA LOA2 account you can use this to apply for a check.
If you are using an existing nidirect account you may be asked to uplift this account to a LOA2 account. Instructions will be provided on screen.
Disclosure certificate
If you have no criminal history to disclose, you’ll receive a digital disclosure certificate. You can view the certificate from your NIDA LOA2 account. If the check discloses criminal history or you requested a paper copy, you’ll receive a printed certificate by post.
To send a copy of your digital certificate to an employer, select the share button on your NIDA LOA2 account and include the email address. When you share your disclosure certificate with someone, it's only visible to them for three days.
Privacy notice
To find out how personal information you send to AccessNI is handled when using this service, go to:
Additional information
When you apply online for a basic check, you’ll get an email confirming the responsible body received your application for approval. When your application is approved, AccessNI will process it.
To track your application’s progress, log in to your NIDA LOA2 account.
Accessibility statement
To find out how accessible the nidirect AccessNI service is and what is being done to improve accessibility, see accessibility statement for AccessNI.