Starting from mid-December 2024, the scope of the SCRC Scheme will be expanded to cover prospective self-employed persons.
Self-employed persons include, but are not limited to, private tutors, music teachers, sports coaches, persons providing door-to-door services and etc.
Employers should provide the eligible applicants with a documentary proof to acknowledge that the applicants are likely to undertake child-related or MIP-related work, and that they have read the Notes to Employers. Applications for SCRC should then be submitted to the SCRC Office of the Police by the applicants on a voluntary basis.
The online application platform will be launched in mid-December 2024. Eligible applicants can submit application forms and related documents, inquire about application status and settle application fees via the online platform.
In addition to the existing SCRC Office at the Police Headquarters, the Police will introduce 24-hour fingerprint-taking service in six designated police stations across the territory (North Point, Yau Ma Tei, Ngau Tau Kok, Tuen Mun, Sha Tin and Tsuen Wan). Applicants can make appointments to have their fingerprints taken in one of the above locations at their convenience.
The existing online booking system will also be enhanced. Applicants should log in the system with "iAM Smart" to make an appointment for submission of application in person.
Upon the implementation of the above new measures, the validity period for new and renewal applications will be extended from the current 18 months to 36 months.
Renewal applications can be completed entirely online (login the system with “iAM Smart+” is a must), without having to attend to the SCRC Office in person and tender fingerprints again.