“At UK Rishta, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to find love — but not at the expense of their safety. Our Public Protection Department exists for one reason: to ensure that every person on our platform is exactly who they say they are.
In an age of AI deception, romance scams, and fake profiles, we refuse to compromise. We vet every single member.
We verify every identity. We protect every user.
Our vetting standards are modelled on those used by UK police forces, including the College of Policing and West Midlands Police. We believe that if these standards are good enough to protect the public through policing, they are good enough to protect people seeking love.
This is not just a policy. This is our promise.”
Tanya Singh
Head of Vetting & Public Protection
UK Rishta
UK Rishta is a verified matchmaking platform dedicated to helping individuals find genuine, long-term relationships leading to marriage. Unlike traditional dating apps, we do not rely solely on algorithms. We combine human expertise with rigorous verification to create a safe, trusted environment for meaningful connections.
Our platform serves members based in the United Kingdom only, ensuring we can fully verify each applicant through official UK documentation and background checks.
Our Core Values
Honesty — We operate with full transparency
Integrity — We do what is right, even when no one is watching
Family — We treat every member as if they were our own
The Public Protection Department is the backbone of Urishita’s commitment to safety. Our department operates independently from the matchmaking team to ensure impartiality, thoroughness, and accountability.
Our Mission
To protect every member of UK Rishta — and the wider public — from fraud, deception, and harm by maintaining the highest standards of identity verification and background screening.
Our Responsibilities
Verifying the identity and background of every applicant
Conducting enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks
Confirming immigration and residency status
Reviewing applications against our exclusion criteria
Continuously monitoring for fraudulent activity
Updating policies in line with emerging threats (including AI-generated content and deepfakes)
Our Vetting Team consists of trained professionals who specialise in identity verification, background screening, and fraud detection.
What Makes Our Team Different
We work as a unified team, not as isolated individuals
Every application is reviewed by multiple team members
We cross-reference documentation against official databases
We stay updated on the latest scam tactics and AI deception techniques
Our Commitment
No profile is activated until it has been fully vetted and approved by the Public Protection Department.
Every applicant must complete the following verification process before their profile can be activated.
Step 1: Identity Verification
Valid UK Passport or UK Driving Licence
Proof of current UK address (utility bill, bank statement, or council tax bill dated within 3 months)
Step 2: Immigration & Residency Confirmation
For non-British citizens: Proof of visa status and right to remain in the UK
We verify all documentation against official records
Step 3: Enhanced DBS Check
All applicants must provide a DBS Certificate dated within 3 months
We review all disclosed information carefully
Certain offences will result in automatic exclusion (see Section 5)
Step 4: Profile Review
All profile information is reviewed for accuracy and authenticity
We reserve the right to request additional documentation or video verification
Profiles with inconsistencies or suspected AI-generated content will be rejected
Step 5: Activation
Once all checks are complete and approved, the member’s profile is activated
Members are notified via email and can begin their search for a genuine match
Any conviction, caution, or pending charge relating to:
Racially motivated offences
Religiously motivated offences
Homophobic, transphobic, or disability-related hate crimes
Any offence aggravated by hostility based on protected characteristics
Membership of or active support for proscribed hate groups or terrorist organisations
Why zero tolerance: UK Rishta serves a diverse community. Hatred and discrimination have no place on our platform.
For offences not falling within the three automatic disqualification categories above, the Public Protection Department will conduct a merit-based review. This means we assess each case individually, taking into account:
Factors We Consider
| Factor | What We Look At |
|---|---|
| Nature of the Offence | What was the offence? How serious was it? Was there a victim? |
| Time Elapsed | How long ago did the offence occur? Has sufficient time passed to demonstrate change? |
| Age at Time of Offence | Was the applicant a juvenile? Young adults may be viewed differently from mature adults. |
| Pattern of Behaviour | Is this a one-off incident or part of a repeated pattern? Multiple offences raise greater concerns. |
| Circumstances | What were the circumstances surrounding the offence? Were there mitigating factors? |
| Sentence & Outcome | What was the court’s judgement? Was it a caution, fine, community service, or custodial sentence? |
| Evidence of Rehabilitation | Has the applicant demonstrated genuine change? Are there references, courses completed, or community contributions? |
| Character Assessment | What do references say? What is the applicant’s current lifestyle and behaviour? |
| Honesty & Disclosure | Did the applicant voluntarily disclose the offence? Failure to disclose is treated very seriously. |
| Risk to Members | Ultimately: does this person pose any risk to the safety and well-being of our members? |
Examples of Offences Subject to Merit-Based Review
Theft or shoplifting
Criminal damage
Drug possession (personal use)
Driving offences (not involving injury)
Public order offences
Minor fraud or dishonesty (not romance scams)
Historic offences from many years ago
