How should I disclose convictions to the RCVS?

As a veterinary professional, you must disclose certain convictions, cautions, and adverse findings to the RCVS when applying or renewing your registration.

We understand that making disclosures about convictions, cautions, or adverse findings can feel daunting. If you need support or have any questions about the process, our Registration Team is here to help. Email [email protected] or call us on 020 7202 0789.

How to make a disclosure

If you’re applying to join the RCVS Register for the first time, we'll send you a disclosure form with your application pack.

If you’re already registered and need to make a disclosure, you’ll receive a form with your annual renewal documentation.

What to include in your disclosure

For criminal convictions or cautions

Please provide:

The date of the conviction or caution
Details of the court or police involved
The penalty you received
Any other relevant evidence, such as caution notes, conviction notices, or a recent Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) report, formerly known as the Criminal Records Bureau

For overseas regulatory findings

Please provide:

The name of the regulator and your registration or membership number
Written evidence of any sanctions, warnings, conditions, or registration refusals
A full written statement explaining the circumstances
Details of any appeals you made and their outcomes

RCVS Convictions Disclosure Form for Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses

This form can be used by a veterinary surgeon when making any disclosure of a caution, conviction or adverse finding.

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What to expect after we’ve received your disclosure

Once we’ve received your completed form, we'll write to you to confirm we've received it.

Find out what happens next