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# How Long Will I Have a Police Check Badge on My Profile?

Available on Mobile/Desktop Browser or App? ✅ Yes, accessible on both mobile and web platforms.


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Your **Police Check badge** helps Pet Owners feel confident that their pets are in safe, verified hands. It shows that you’ve completed a background check and passed all required verifications.


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## Validity Period

Your Police Check badge remains **active for 12 months** from the **issue date** of your police check.

After 12 months, the badge will **automatically expire** and will no longer appear on your profile until you upload a new, valid police check.


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## Renewing Your Badge

To keep your Police Check badge active:


1. Obtain a new police check before the old one expires.
2. Submit it through the same verification process.
3. Once approved, your badge will reappear on your profile.


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## **Related Articles**

* [What Are the Badges That I Can Apply For?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/what-are-the-badges-that-i-can-apply-for-GjJ1SiRupL)
* [How to Upload a Police Check](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/how-to-upload-my-police-check-KrijLXomXX)
* [What are the Badges that I Can Apply for?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/what-are-the-badges-that-i-can-apply-for-GjJ1SiRupL)


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## **FAQs & Tips**

### **FAQs**

* **How recent does my police check need to be?**

  *Your police check must have been issued within the last 12 months to be eligible for the badge.*

  
* **What if my police check is rejected?**

  *Ensure the document is legible, recent, and complete. If issues persist, contact Mad Paws Support for assistance.*

  
* **Do I need to apply for a new police check each year?**

  *Yes, you must update your police check annually to maintain the badge on your profile.*