Specialty
International Background Checks
Criminal, education and employment checks outside the U.S. where local law allows.
What it searches
- Country-level criminal records
- Foreign education and employment verifications
What it can return
- Results per country with source notes
Limitations
- Availability and turnaround vary widely by country
- Some countries require additional candidate documents
Who uses it & when
Employers hiring candidates who lived, studied or worked abroad.
When a candidate has meaningful history outside the U.S.
What affects turnaround
Typically 5–15 business days.
Compliance considerations
Local privacy law (e.g. GDPR) may add consent and data-transfer requirements.
General information only, not legal advice. Laws change frequently and vary by state and city. Consult employment counsel before making decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Which countries can you search?
Coverage varies. Contact us with the countries involved and we'll confirm availability, fees and timing.
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