Guidance
Eligibility for Enhanced with Adults' Barred List DBS check
Find out if a role is eligible for an Enhanced with an Adult's Barred List DBS check
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This guidance helps you check if a role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check with an Adult’s Barred List check because it involves regulated activity with adults. It applies whether the role is paid or unpaid.
If a role does not meet the criteria for this check, you should check eligibility for an Enhanced DBS check without an Adult’s Barred List check.
The attached guidance sets out the activities, positions and scenarios that apply.
The attached legislation document sets out the legislation which underpins this guidance.
Updates to this page
Published 1 September 2026