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Rejecting an Application

How to reject an application after the relevant Garda / Vetting Bureau checks.

Updated over 6 months ago

After an application is returned to the facility following the relevant Garda and Organisation checks, the facility should have all of the relevant information to decide on the application i.e. Complete the application or reject the application.


To review and reject the application following the relevant checks, please see the instructions below:

1. Accessing Applications

  • Navigate to the Applications section from the left-hand menu.

  • You will see a list of all Vetting applications submitted for your facility.


2. Reviewing the Application

  • Click "View" next to the application you wish to review. The status of the application should be 'Awaiting Decision'.

  • Carefully examine the details provided, paying special attention to:

    • The Findings Status

    • Disclosure Section

πŸ“Œ It is the facility's responsibility to review the information provided and make the relevant decision on either completing the application or rejecting the application.


3. Rejecting an Application

It is up to the facility to review the information provided and make an informed decision on either completing an application or rejecting an application. If rejecting an application, please see the steps below:

  1. Click on Reject

  • You will be prompted to provide a reason for rejection

⚠️ The reason will be visible to the applicant

  • Click Reject


4. Notification to Applicant

  • The applicant will be informed via email that their application has been rejected including the reason for this rejection.

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