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How much will it cost to apply to register with the Vetting and Barring Scheme?

The cost of applying to register with the Vetting and Barring Scheme has been set at £64. This is comprised of a £28 fee to cover the ISA's costs and £36 to cover the CRB's costs as administrator of the applications.

The figures and forecasts for the first five years of the scheme’s operation have been analysed and the £28 figure is based on cost-recovery for the scheme – that is, what it will cost to ensure the scheme is self-financed during that period.

The fee will be a one-off payment and is intended to cover the applicant for the duration of their career in regulated activity. Only those involved in unpaid voluntary activity will not have to pay the application fee.

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