Confirm what they ask for
Check the job or app onboarding email. Most courier roles specify Basic DBS.
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Delivery Driver DBS Check
FREE for job applicants. Most courier and parcel employers ask for a Basic DBS before you start — see what you need and apply online.
Do delivery drivers need a DBS check?
Yes, in most cases. Parcel networks, same-day couriers and many last-mile operators ask for a Basic DBS check during onboarding. It helps them confirm unspent convictions before you handle customer parcels or enter secure sites.
Unlike private hire licensing, delivery roles usually do not need an Enhanced check through a council. You can typically apply for a Basic certificate yourself.
What a Basic DBS shows for courier roles
A Basic certificate lists unspent convictions and conditional cautions on the Police National Computer. Spent records do not appear. Employers decide how recent the certificate must be — many want one issued within the last few months.
Apply before you onboard
Having a recent Basic DBS ready can speed up platform or depot approval. Start FREE for job applicants online if you need to confirm the level. Once you know you need Basic, that application has the official DBS fee (from £21.50) — see the Basic DBS page.
How to get a DBS check for delivery work
Keep the process simple: confirm the level your employer wants, then apply.
Gather ID and addresses
Passport or driving licence details plus every address for the last 5 years.
Apply online
Complete the guided Basic DBS form, verify your identity, and submit.
Upload or show the certificate
When it arrives, share it with your employer or platform as they request.
FAQs
Do Amazon, Evri or similar couriers need a DBS?
Many parcel and delivery operators require a Basic DBS as part of contractor or employee onboarding. Exact rules vary by company — check your offer pack.
Is Enhanced DBS required for delivery drivers?
Usually no. Enhanced checks are for eligible roles such as working with children or vulnerable adults, or for taxi and private hire licensing. Standard courier work typically uses Basic.
Can I reuse an old Basic DBS certificate?
DBS certificates do not expire officially, but employers set their own recency rules. If yours is old, they may ask you to apply again.
How much does a delivery driver DBS cost?
The official DBS fee for a Basic check is £21.50. Any application support fee is shown clearly before you pay.
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FREE for job applicants
Ready to start?
FREE for job applicants. About 2 minutes online — then continue to Basic or Enhanced only if you need them (those have official DBS fees).