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CTC vetting time frame

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Reply 80
Original post by Ambition111
Hi all,

Currently waiting for CTC checks to be completed, how long did it take for your checks to go from in progress to completed?


I submitted mine in June and still waiting 😂😂😂.
Original post by Prynce
I submitted mine in June and still waiting 😂😂😂.

Oh no! 😩
Original post by Ambition111
Hi all,

Currently waiting for CTC checks to be completed, how long did it take for your checks to go from in progress to completed?

Hi, mine took approx. 11 weeks
Original post by GirlAnon
Hi, mine took approx. 11 weeks


Thank you!
Has anyone made a complaint about their CTC check wait and been successful in getting it processed?
I submitted my forms weeks ago, and just got emailed today saying it is being “processed”. I wonder if that means they have just started processing or it got started after I submitted?

Also given the timescale, do you guys think getting a temp job would be possible or might that throw off the checks and such as that wouldn’t be included in info about me?
Original post by luckysnowflake
I submitted my forms weeks ago, and just got emailed today saying it is being “processed”. I wonder if that means they have just started processing or it got started after I submitted?

Also given the timescale, do you guys think getting a temp job would be possible or might that throw off the checks and such as that wouldn’t be included in info about me?


Mine went from “in progress” to “completed” today. It’s been 2 weeks and 1 day since submission. I think progressed is probably the step before completed?

I think it’s okay to get a temp job but just inform them via email in case they need to change/update your application, [email protected]
Reply 87
Original post by Ambition111
Mine went from “in progress” to “completed” today. It’s been 2 weeks and 1 day since submission. I think progressed is probably the step before completed?

I think it’s okay to get a temp job but just inform them via email in case they need to change/update your application, [email protected]


What work did you apply?
Original post by Prynce
What work did you apply?

Home office, litigation caseworker
Reply 89
well my status just said completed but that means it is completed for the vetting department and now all the proof goes to your end hirer to make final decision , please let me know when you get your certificate , this is my 7th week waiting
Original post by Azucena
I would prepare for a long haul for an SC, I'm coming up to 4 months now (week 16ish) and still no news. They are apparently going to clear the backlogs by this summer according to the reports but worth everything going on I wouldn't count on it!

Bear in mind, I could just be one of those unlucky people that it takes ages to get my clearance!




I’m on week 14, and I have not heard anything back.
Original post by Azucena
I would prepare for a long haul for an SC, I'm coming up to 4 months now (week 16ish) and still no news. They are apparently going to clear the backlogs by this summer according to the reports but worth everything going on I wouldn't count on it!

Bear in mind, I could just be one of those unlucky people that it takes ages to get my clearance!


did you hear back eventually? If so how long did it end up taking?
Reply 92
Mine came back after 18 weeks.
Original post by ri7909
well my status just said completed but that means it is completed for the vetting department and now all the proof goes to your end hirer to make final decision , please let me know when you get your certificate , this is my 7th week waiting


For my CTC, it took 15 days (completed last Friday). Received my pdf certificate via email on Tuesday.
Original post by cs1979
Mine came back after 18 weeks.

Thank you, it’s been about 14 weeks for me. I hope to get it soon.
Reply 95
Inshallah you get it soon. I was panicking thinking I’ve failed it!
Original post by cs1979
Inshallah you get it soon. I was panicking thinking I’ve failed it!

InshAllah, it is so stressful 😂
Reply 97
Original post by ri7909
well my status just said completed but that means it is completed for the vetting department and now all the proof goes to your end hirer to make final decision , please let me know when you get your certificate , this is my 7th week waiting

I called the NSV and they told me I already hold one since last year that's the reason why the new application was taking longer. They ended up saying I don't need a new one because one application is valid for 3 years after waiting for 13 weeks.So I requested for the old one so that I can give to my new employer and they emailed saying I can't have a copy but I should inform my new employer to request on my behalf.
Reply 98
I’ve just passed interview and have started preplacemnet check have to do CTC check and enhanced access check also. I’ve put on my disclosure form that my estranged uncle served time in prison from 1998-2004 I was under 6 years old at this time. Will the stop me passing the CTC?
(Original post by HR2013i don’t thinks )I’ve just passed interview and have started preplacemnet check have to do CTC check and enhanced access check also. I’ve put on my disclosure form that my estranged uncle served time in prison from 1998-2004 I was under 6 years old at this time. Will the stop me passing the CTC?
I have applied to the same place. And I’m on week 15 and haven’t heard anything yet
Original post by Ambition111
Home office, litigation caseworker

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