| 14 January 2011 | |
Applicants for Security Industry Authority licences can now fill in their form online thanks to the introduction of the e-Fill service.
The e-Fill service has been designed to make it easier and quicker for applicants to complete their application form, and features built-in verification to reduce the likelihood of the form being completed incorrectly and returned to the applicant.
Applicants fill in the form online, then print, sign and post it manually along with the required supporting documents.
Users register on the SIA Licence website and log in to use the service. If they have previously submitted an application, the online form pre-populates information such as the applicant’s name, date of birth, town of birth, e-mail address, postcode and National Insurance number.
The system also allows security providers to complete the form on behalf of their staff.
SIA director of service delivery Stephen McCormick explained: “We're delighted to offer this new service, which makes it easier and quicker for applicants to complete their application form. Applicants can track the progress of their application, while benefiting from online guidance at each stage of the process."
In addition, the Regulator's Contact Centre also has a dedicated option for those who need assistance using the new system.
“The launch follows months of testing and trialling to ensure the facility is working correctly and effectively," continued McCormack. "The development of e-Fill is part of our commitment to introduce e-services and provide a modern service to our customers.”
