Starting the application

AccessNI Disclosure Validation From

Once the applicant has completed the self-declaration form and any information disclosed has been risk assessed they can be provided with the AccessNI Disclosure Validation Form and ANI Applicant information leaflet.

The applicant should follow the instructions in Part A of the AccessNI Disclosure Validation Form to start their application on NI Direct. 

All names, including middle names, must be included on the AccessNI Disclosure Validation Form and online application form to avoid any delay and costs being incurred. 

Once the applicant has completed their online application at NI Direct and Part A of the AccessNI Disclosure Validation Form, this should be returned to you along with their original ID documents.

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For any questions relating to ANI checks call our Disclosure Helpline, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm on 0303 003 1111.