Pre-employment background checks normally take two to five business days to complete, though this depends on the type of investigation and the information required.
The speed at which your background check returns depends on a number of things. You might have to wait if, for instance, the company is manually collaborating with a university to access your academic data.
Are you curious about what your background check will reveal to employers? Here are some typical data that employers may lawfully go over during your background investigation:
Employers will verify that the schooling information on your CV corresponds with it. Your diploma, degrees, and years of study with the stated academic institutions will all be reviewed.
Employers want to confirm that you did, in fact, work when and where you claim on your résumé. They may inquire about your previous performance and completed duties from previous employers.
An employer may immediately conclude that you would be a risk in a financial capacity if you have a poor credit history, such as a string of bankruptcies.
Normally, it's important for an employer to look into your criminal background, especially if you're seeking a job in childcare or with the government.
Employers will need documentation like a copy of your driver's license and SSN card in order to verify that you are who you say you are. They also want to know if you have permission to work in the United States.
If your background check turns out to be clean, your company will typically email or phone you to let you know. Receiving a job offer is another sign that you did well!
Have a few weeks passed since your background check and you still haven't received a response? Not to worry. Here are some potential causes of the delay:
– The potential employer HAS received your background check, but hasn't made the final hiring decision. – The third-party background check company has been delayed.
– Some records aren’t matching in your background check and the employer is verifying the information.