Garda Vetting

Garda Vetting Update July 2025

Please find information below for early learning and childcare service providers from the Garda Vetting Bureau in relation to changes to Garda Vetting processing times to meet European Criminal Records Information System (ECRIS) requirements. This information should be taken into consideration in relation to any upcoming recruitment.

Updated Garda Vetting Procedure with effect from 1st February 2025

Important changes to the Garda Vetting procedure for the Early Learning and Care (ELC) and School Aged Childcare (SAC) sector are coming in February 2025.

A new Garda Vetting system has been designed to strengthen and streamline compliance processes to improve efficiencies for everyone. The updates will affect how employers, childminders, and employees apply for or renew their Garda Vetting applications.

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