PVG ID Checking Form

Three forms of ID must be selected from the relevant drop down boxes, at least one must be from the photographic identity document box.

Is this application for a New or Existing PVG Member?*

I confirm that the date shown on Compass is the same as the ID provided.

I confirm that the address and postcode shown on Compass is the same as the ID provided.

You must ensure that the email address is the same one that's on Compass. This email address will be the one used to contact the applicant asking them to complete their application.

At least one form of photographic ID is required, you can select as many of the documents as have been provided. You must select 3 forms of ID altogether

I confirm that the applicant has provided original forms of valid identification and that the documents show the applicant’s current name and address, and at least one document shows the applicant’s date of birth. I have entered the applicant’s personal details as given in the documents provided. I understand that to knowingly make a false declaration in this application is a criminal offence.

Please double check that the email address is correct


This form is used to collect information about the volunteer whose ID is being checked and that of the ID Checker. This is to be used by the ID Checker or Appointments Secretary to give the information needed for the Safe Scouting Department to process an online PVG application for the applicant. We take personal data privacy seriously and we have a duty of care around the information contained within this form. The data shared is to be securely stored with SmartSheets who host this form. The data will be securely destroyed once the application process has concluded. For further detail please visit our Data Protection Policy here. https://www.scouts.org.uk/about-us/policy/data-protection-policy/