Garda Vetting

The Church of Ireland has been undertaking Garda Vetting of its bishops, clergy, staff and volunteers since 2006. The processing of vetting applications is conducted through the Church of Ireland Safeguarding Board

The National Vetting Bureau Act 2012-2016 makes it a statutory requirement for people working with children or vulnerable adults to be vetted. Following the commencement of this act, the processing of vetting applications is conducted via e-Vetting, the online Garda vetting application system.

The relevant vetting forms and documents can be downloaded below:

Vetting Guidelines for Dioceses & Parishes
NVB1 Vetting Invitation Form and Identity Document Validation Form
NVB3 Parent/Guardian Consent Form
(Additional form required when vetting a 16 or 17 year old)
List of Roles Requiring a Garda Vetting Check in Dioceses & Parishes