Driving Licence Check

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Our Driving Licence Checks include:

  • Identity verification of name, date of birth & address
  • Licence validity to confirm the licence is active, valid and in date
  • Confirmation of which vehicle types the driver is authorised to drive
  • Driving history to confirm any driving offences, penalty points or disqualifications

What are Driving Licence Checks?

A DVLA driving licence check forms a crucial part of pre-employment screening, helping organisations meet health and safety obligations and insurance requirements while confirming the candidate’s identity, licence status, driving history, and permitted vehicle categories. We manage this process on your behalf and provide a clear, compliant report for your records.

If your organisation provides company vehicles, operates pool cars, or requires employees to drive as part of their role, carrying out a DVLA driving licence check is essential. Before hiring someone, or allowing them to drive on behalf of your business, you must ensure their licence is valid, up to date, and legally permits them to drive the required type of vehicle.

Employers need to carry out driving licence checks if driving forms part of the employee’s role, employers must ensure that any individual driving on behalf of the business holds a valid, up-to-date licence and is legally permitted to drive. This is essential for compliance with health and safety guidelines and insurance obligations.

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Ensure your workforce meets DVLA requirements

If your organisation provides company vehicles, operates pool cars, or requires employees to drive as part of their role, carrying out a DVLA driving licence check is essential. Our team can guide you through the process, answer any questions and help you choose the correct level of screening for your roles.

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What our experts say about this service

“Social media checks give employers insight they can’t get from traditional checks, and at SVS, we review online activity carefully and responsibly to flag any risks to your organisation’s reputation or culture. We help you make safer, better-informed hiring decisions.”

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Our Driving Licence Check Process

Step 1

Submit candidate details & required documentation

Provide the candidate’s details and initial documents, including identity evidence, driving history, licence validity and confirmation of which vehicle types the driver is authorised to drive.

Step 2

Full Driving Licence screening completed by SVS

We check licence validity to confirm the licence is active, valid and in date, confirmation of which vehicle types the driver is authorised to drive and driving history to confirm any driving offences, penalty points or disqualifications.

Step 3

We will reach out with a quote

Our experts understand exactly which checks are required for different roles, helping you stay compliant, protect your reputation, and avoid unnecessary delays or costs. We’ll provide a clear, tailored quote based on your needs.

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Why choose SVS Security & Vetting Solutions?

Industry Expertise

With deep knowledge of regulated industry screening, we tailor our processes to meet the unique compliance standards of each sector, ensuring every check is completed efficiently, accurately, and in line with relevant regulations.

Secure Data-Handling

All data is managed in strict accordance with our retention and deletion protocols, keeping every stage fully compliant and secure.

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Driving Licence Check FAQs

Can digital identity verification and Right to Work be used with this service?

Yes. Our Digital Identity Verification and Right to Work checks can be fully integrated with our driving licence checks, reducing the administrative burden of checking documents in person and lowering the risk of fraudulent identity or Right to Work evidence.

How often should driving licence checks be repeated?

It is recommended that checks are carried out annually for all employees who drive for work to ensure ongoing compliance and capture any changes to their records.

What information does a DVLA check reveal?

It shows licence validity, personal detail accuracy, any recorded offences, penalty points, disqualifications and the vehicle categories the licence holder is authorised to drive.

Who needs a DVLA driving licence check?

Any employee who drives a company vehicle, uses a pool car, or drives as part of their day-to-day duties must undergo a DVLA check before being permitted to drive on behalf of the organisation.

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Digital Identity Verification fee from £6.50 per check (ex VAT)

Our fast, secure ID, address and Right to Work confirmation is completed directly by the candidate, reducing delays and protecting against fraudulent documentation.

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