PSR outlines the Government's expectations for managing personnel, physical and information security.

Updates to the Protective Security Requirements July 2019

Change to the minimum age for national security clearances

The minimum age requirement for obtaining a Top Secret or Top Secret Special national security clearance has changed from 20 years to 18 years. This change was made to ensure the minimum age requirement for a national security clearance is consistent across clearance levels. It is effective immediately.

National security clearance eligibility self-check tool

We have launched a self-check security clearance eligibility tool to assess whether you might be eligible to apply for a national security clearance. The tool is designed to provide guidance and should not be used as a source for a definitive answer. After using the tool, it is still up to the individual to apply for the role or not, and for the recruiter to proceed with the application. Note: the response generated from the tool is indicative only and does not form any part of the actual security clearance process.

Follow the link below to try out the eligibility tool.