DVLA Checks
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) Checks help to determine if applicants or employees meet industry-specific driving licence requirements. Checks Direct provides fast and reliable DVLA checks, helping businesses, charities, and organisations confirm the accuracy of potential drivers' qualifications.
Make every check count.
- Register for a free account
- Apply for checks
- Expert application review
- Receive your results
Fast turnaround and accurate results
Reduce admin and increase efficiency
What are DVLA checks?
DVLA checks are vetting checks that confirm the driving background of a person you employ or are considering employing. This searches for information related to the history and status of a person’s driving license, including:
- Driving license validity.
- Driving license expiration date.
- Types of vehicles permitted to drive.
- Penalty points, offences, or disqualifications.
These checks are useful to improve your decision-making for recruitment, achieve compliance on an ongoing basis, and determine if applicants or employees meet industry-specific requirements.
DVLA checks play an important role in safeguarding road users and pedestrians by protecting them against exposure to potentially unsafe drivers. Organisations that aren’t compliant with best practice could face serious consequences, such as being held responsible in line with the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007.
Eligibility for DVLA checks
DVLA Checks are suitable for any organisation that hires employees and third parties to drive, has employees who access company vehicles, and had employees who use their own vehicles for work-related activities.This includes various types of vehicles, such as cars, vans, and trucks.
Our process
Our process is accessible and straightforward thanks to our bespoke system. ISO 14001, 9001 and 27001 Certified, we provide a secure, reliable and efficient service that can be tailored to your needs.
We go above and beyond to provide first-class customer care, and one-to-one expert advice is available every step of the way from our dedicated and accredited team.
Register easily online for free
You can set up an account in a matter of minutes, submit applications on our user-friendly portal and manage checks on your dashboard.
Apply for checks
To ensure efficiency, our team will use their expertise to check your applications. We will make sure the information is accurate and valid.
Receive your results
You will be notified when the results are ready. Our fast turnaround provides confirmation of your checks and peace of mind.
DVLA check pricing
Our competitive pricing ensures organisations can maintain regulatory compliance and operational integrity without excessive costs. We offer transparent, cost-effective rates with no hidden fees, enabling you to conduct all necessary checks efficiently across your entire workforce.
| No of Checks | Cost ex VAT | Cost inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate | £5.00 | £6.00 |
| 51 – 300 | £4.58 | £5.50 |
| 301 – 500 | £3.96 | £4.75 |
| 501 – 750 | £3.75 | £4.50 |
| 751 – 1000 | £3.33 | £4.00 |
| 1001+ | £2.92 | £3.50 |
Benefits of DVLA checks with us
Carrying out DVLA screening is important for adherence and safeguarding. We help you save time, money and resources. You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Regulatory Compliance
Meet legal requirements for driver verification and vehicle use.
Streamlined Online Process
Efficient DVLA checks through our user-friendly online platform.
Accurate Information
Up-to-date driver information for informed decision-making.
Reduced Risk
Minimise risks associated with unverified drivers and vehicle usage.
ISO-Certified Security
Secure handling of sensitive data with ISO-certified data protection.
Efficient Management
Easily manage & track multiple checks from a single centralised platform.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, employers need the written consent of the applicant or employee to perform a DVLA Check on their behalf. This is similar to other types of background and vetting checks, such as Standard and Enhanced DBS Checks. DVLA Checks process personal data and therefore have to comply with data protection regulations like General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We recommend that you perform DVLA Checks once a year, but there may be some industries where checks are performed more than once a year. We also recommend that you remain vigilant so that if an employee collects points on their license, it may be appropriate to perform DVLA Checks more often. Our portal system and first-class customer care will provide you with the support to meet your organisation’s needs.
You can use the government website to perform a DVLA Check, but this isn’t advised. The government website is more suited to individual checks, whereas it’s more challenging for organisations who need to perform multiple DVLA Checks because of its manual functionality and the amount of administration it needs. For these organisations, using Checks Direct is more time-efficient and a smoother customer experience. You can also benefit from the experience and expertise of our friendly and helpful team.
DVLA Checks involve verifying driver and vehicle information through the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency to ensure compliance and accuracy.
While not universally required, DVLA Checks are essential for organisations that need to verify driver qualifications and vehicle status, particularly for roles involving driving responsibilities.
Supporting services
Our additional services can be used alongside DVLA checks to provide comprehensive compliance and peace of mind.
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