What Documents Are Accepted as Proof of Address for a DBS Check?

This applies to both standalone UK address checks and address verification as part of a DBS check. As part of your DBS check, it is required that we check a valid document for your current address. The DBS will use the same address to post a copy of your certificate once the search is complete. Upload one of the following documents in your own full current name and address. The date limits refer to how recently the document was issued; you do not need a statement for every month: - **Utility bill (last 3 months) — paper copy only (gas, electricity, water, landline, broadband)** - **Bank or building society statement (last 3 months) — paper copy only** - **Council tax letter (last 1 year) — paper copy only** - **Benefits letter (last 1 year) — paper copy only (job seeker allowance, housing benefit, tax credits)** - **Mortgage Statement (issued in the past 12 months)** Please make sure to upload a live photo of the full document page, showing **your full current name**, **type of document and date of issue.** You will also need to ensure that the document states **your full current address.** A bill in someone else’s name is not accepted for this address check. The document list for a separate manual DBS identity check may differ.