Submit an application for Archive Service Accreditation

Apply online

Reference application forms are available on our Guidance page, to help with your application.

Word limits on the application form

Questions requiring a free text answer have individual word limits. These should be used as a guide to the maximum amount that can be written. Note that the online application system will not allow word limits to be exceeded. They are not a target and services will not be penalised for an answer that is considerably shorter than the word limit. Just provide the answer that adequately describes your service.

Getting help with your application

The main point of advice and support for applicants is the 'Apply for Archive Service Accreditation' section of The National Archives website.

Here applicants will find up to date information and documentation. For particular advice about any aspect of the programme, you should contact your home nation assessor body.

Other documentation on Archive Service Accreditation

There is a range of documentation to help applicants which is available on the 'Apply for Archive Service Accreditation' section of The National Archives website.

It includes:

• The Archive Service Accreditation Standard
• Full guidance on developing an application and completing the form
• Eligibility criteria
• Scalability guidance
• Advice on retaining Archive Service Accreditation
• Glossary of terms

Assessment and award of Archive Service Accreditation

Find out what happens after you've submitted your application.