Garda Vetting for Childminders

All Tusla registered Childminders must have Garda Vetting, but best practice would indicate that all Childminders and their emergency backup contact should be Garda Vetted. Childminders must only apply for Garda Vetting through Tusla.

In order to apply for Garda Vetting for the purpose of registration you will need to access the Tusla Garda Vetting portal. If you have a Portal account linked with a Childminding application, your profile username and password will work for Garda Vetting. If you have any other type of Portal account, you will need to create a new profile for the purposes of applying for Garda Vetting.

For queries regarding Garda Vetting or identity documents, email Tusla Central Vetting Bureau at tuslavetting@tusla.ie

Tusla Garda Vetting Portal: https://childminding.tusla.ie/account/login

More information: https://www.tusla.ie/early-years-inspectorate/garda-vetting-applications/

How much does it cost to be Garda vetted?

The service is free. However, if you have lived abroad for any period you will be required to submit information pertaining to the relevant jurisdiction with your application. Costs accrued regarding accessing that information will be borne by you.

Is Garda vetting compulsory for Childminders?

Under the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016 , it is compulsory for all Tusla notified Childminders – those minding four or more non-related pre-school children to be Garda vetted.

How long does the vetting process take?

Vetting takes approximately 8 weeks. This time will be extended in the event that insufficient or wrong information is included on the application.

As a Childminder, can I apply for Garda vetting for myself?

Yes, Childminders should contact Barnardos for more information at https://www.barnardos.ie/our-services/garda-vetting/