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What “Adverse Credit” Can Include

Learn what types of serious financial events an Adverse Credit Check can reveal—such as IVAs, CCJs, and bankruptcy—and why these may be relevant for roles with financial responsibility or access to valuables.

Written by Ben Nicholas

An Adverse Credit Check (financial probity check) can show the following types of serious adverse credit:

  • Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs)

    • A formal agreement between you and your creditors

    • Helps you repay what you can afford towards your debts

  • County Court Judgments (CCJs)

    • An order from the County Court instructing you to repay a debt

  • Bankruptcy

    • A legal proceeding involving a person or business that is unable to repay outstanding debts

These markers indicate that the applicant has had significant difficulty managing debts, which may be relevant to roles involving financial responsibility or access to valuables.

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