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Ordering a criminal record extract

An employer can ask for a criminal record extract when the work involves children or otherwise requires trust. This guide explains which extract you need, how to order it online and how to show it to your employer.

You will need

Steps

  1. Find out the type of extract

    Working with children requires its own type of extract, and use abroad, for example for a visa or work, requires another. Ask your employer or the authority in the destination country exactly which extract is needed.

  2. Open the e-service

  3. Fill in the purpose

  4. Pay for the extract

  5. Wait for the extract

  6. Show the extract to your employer

  7. Note how long it's valid

  8. Legalise it for use abroad if needed

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