Counter-terrorist checks and transport security: frequently asked questions
Table of contents
- Q. What is the purpose of a CTC?
- Q. Who needs CTC clearance?
- Q. What does a CTC involve?
- Q. How long does it take to get CTC clearance?
- Q. For how long is CTC clearance valid?
- Q. How much does it cost?
- Q. What if an applicant fails to get CTC clearance?
- Q. What about unfair discrimination?
- Q. What safeguards are there?
- Q. What if someone has been politically active in the past, will it affect clearance?
- Q. Will a criminal record result in clearance being refused?
- Q. What if someone tells a lie on their application form?
- Q. Will information obtained during the process remain confidential?
- Q. What happens after clearance is granted?
- Q. What if security concerns arise after someone has been CTC cleared?
- Q. When should renewal applications be submitted?
- Q. What if a new employee already has CTC clearance?
- Q. Can staff who are awaiting CTC clearance be deployed on security duties?
- Annex B: Tips on completing the application form
