Submitting a Garda Vetting application for yourself or on behalf of a child

Overview

This article covers a high-level view of the Garda Vetting process, how to submit your Garda Vetting application, how to submit an application for a child (aged 16+) in your family on Foireann and how to renew an expired vetting certificate. 

Table of Contents

• The Garda Vetting Process on Foireann
• How to Create a Garda Vetting Application on Foireann
• How to Create a Garda Vetting Application for a Child in Your Family
• How to Renew an Expired Garda Vetting Certificate
• Example

The Garda Vetting Process on Foireann

How to Create a Garda Vetting Application on Foireann

1. Log into your Foireann account and go to 'Profile' 

2. Click on 'Qualifications & Vetting'

3. Click the 'Apply to be Garda Vetted' button

NOTE: You must have a Date of Birth listed on your Foireann account to apply for vetting

4. Select the club and role you want to apply for and tick the boxes at the bottom. 

Click 'Upload Your Documents'

5. You now need to upload a completed vetting application form in 'Section 1'. 

In 'Section 2' upload at least two forms of supporting evidence e.g. passport, driving license

Download the Vetting Application Form

Once completed click 'Submit Vetting Application'

6. The application is now In Review by your club's vetting admin.  If you made a mistake you can 'Cancel Application' to start over.

Note: keep an eye on the 'In Review By', this will update to the association you selected for vetting.  If you have questions on the vetting process please contact 

GAA - [e-mail]

Camogie - [e-mail]

LGFA - [e-mail]

How to Create a Garda Vetting Application for a Child in Your Family

1. Log into your Foireann account and go to 'Family'

Note: For more information on families see Creating a Family on Foireann

2. Select 'View' next to your child's name, this will bring you to their Foireann profile.

Note: No one under 18 should have a Foireann account (username & password).  Parent/guardian must create an account and use the family feature.  For more information see Adding Children/Dependents

3. Click on 'Qualifications & Vetting'

4. Click the 'Apply to be Garda Vetted' button

NOTE: You must have a Date of Birth listed on your Foireann account to apply for vetting.  Children must be aged 16 or over to complete Garda Vetting

5. Select the club and role you want to apply for and tick the boxes at the bottom. 

Click 'Upload Documents'

6. You now need to upload a completed vetting application form in 'Section 1'. 

In 'Section 2' upload a form of supporting evidence e.g. passport

In 'Section 3' upload a completed parental consent form

Download the Vetting Application Form

Download the Parental Consent Form

Once completed click 'Submit Vetting Application'

6. The application is now In Review by your club's vetting admin.  If you made a mistake you can 'Cancel Application' to start over.

Note: keep an eye on the 'In Review By', this will update to the association you selected for vetting.  If you have questions on the vetting process please contact 

GAA - [e-mail]

Camogie - [e-mail]

LGFA - [e-mail]

How to Renew an Expired Garda Vetting Certificate

You can renew your Garda Vetting 3 months before the expiry date. 

1. Log into your Foireann account and go to 'Profile' 

2. Click on 'Qualifications & Vetting'

3. Click on 'Renew'

4. Select the club and role you want to apply for and tick the boxes at the bottom. 

Click 'Upload Your Documents'

5. You now need to upload a completed vetting application form in 'Section 1'. 

In 'Section 2' upload at least two forms of supporting evidence e.g. passport, driving license

Download the Vetting Application Form

Once completed click 'Submit Vetting Application'

6. The application is now In Review by your club's vetting admin.  If you made a mistake you can 'Cancel Application' to start over.

Note: keep an eye on the 'In Review By', this will update to the association you selected for vetting.  If you have questions on the vetting process please contact 

GAA - [e-mail]

Camogie - [e-mail]

LGFA - [e-mail]

Example

An example of renewing an expired Garda Vetting certificate and applying for vetting on behalf of a child in your family.