Each country has its own laws and regulations relating to running background checks and what information is required. For this reason, some countries will ask for more information compared to the US.
Some countries that require extra steps from both customers and candidates include the following:
|
Country |
Requirement |
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Australia |
Australia assigns numerical values to different forms of identity documents. Candidates must submit multiple IDs that add up to at least 100 points. Please see the Australia National Police Check Application for instructions and details. |
|
Belgium |
In-country candidates must complete instructions sent to them by email for Criminal checks. |
|
France |
Candidates must respond to an email asking them to confirm the Criminal Check. When it is complete, they will receive a copy of their report, which they must then upload to the Checkr Candidate Portal for processing. Learn more. |
|
Germany |
Candidates will receive an email with further instructions. In-country candidates must visit their local town hall to request a criminal record certificate. Out-of-country candidates must have their application notarized and then mail it to a US address. Learn more. |
|
Netherlands |
Candidates will be sent a copy of their certificate, which they must then upload to the Checkr Candidate Portal for processing. Out-of-country candidates will not be notified by phone or by email; they will simply receive the certificate. In-country candidates will be notified by email and will be mailed the certificate directly. Learn more. |
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Norway |
Candidates must contact the authorities in Norway directly to obtain a police certificate of conduct, which they must then upload to the Checkr Candidate Portal for processing. Information for obtaining this certificate can be found here. |
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United Kingdom |
Candidates are required to complete digital identity verification. If a candidate does not pass or chooses to opt out, customers must verify their identity and submit a UK Document Declaration form for the candidate. Information about the UK Document Declaration form can be found here. |
Please consult your legal counsel if you have further questions regarding your compliance obligations and best practices.