How long does a Background check take?
My BB made me submit the application online. I assume its sourced through a 3rd party. So how long until this whole thing is done? I start work in about 1 month and 2 weeks.
But I think they mail relocation bonuses about a month before work starts.
How Long Do Background Checks Take?
Depending on the complexity of your check, for example, if you lived and worked abroad, it can take anywhere from two to six weeks to complete your background check. Keep in mind they are done by private firms and not Human Resources so they most likely won’t know the answer any sooner than you.
Watch this video by HireRight explaining how background checks work.
User @Feinstein explains:
Usually, these background checks aren't done by HR. They are contracted out to a firm like Kroll or First Advantage. If they haven't contacted you yet, let sleeping dogs lie. Everyone's background has complexities -- you'll only get flagged if it's egregiously off (like you claimed you were CEO of a firm instead of an SA), and in any case, the background check agency will ask you for an explanation before they return the results to HR.
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Mine took 2 weeks.
Mine took 6 weeks with 1 job (granted, I do have a lot of international experience which could be a little hard to track down), and with a different job, it took 4 days.
How do you know when its done?
When you apply, there is an option to be notified by email when it's done. Another way is to call them and check on the status of your check. Or, just wait for your staffer/HR to bring the news.
4 weeks
Will HR contact me?
sa background check--how long? (Originally Posted: 04/15/2012)
At what time should I expect my background check to be complete? I turned it in like 4/5 weeks ago but not done yet in the e-system.
Should I contact HR? There is one thing I might have to explain, although I have not been contacted by anyone. But I hope it gets done soon so I can get the housing bonus...
Usually, these background checks aren't done by HR. They are contracted out to a firm like Kroll or First Advantage. If they haven't contacted you yet, let sleeping dogs lie. Everyone's background has complexities -- you'll only get flagged if it's egregiously off (like you claimed you were CEO of a firm instead of an SA), and in any case, the background check agency will ask you for an explanation before they return the results to HR.
If you don't hear anything you are fine
Background Check- Taking a very long time. (Originally Posted: 11/13/2013)
Hi !
I have an offer for a position in operations at GS. Currently I am in the process of being screen for background check. It has been a bit over two weeks since they started background check and I followed up with regarding the status and unfortunately they have not completed it yet. Does anyone know how long can it take to finalize the entire process? Unfortunately, they told me that until I do not complete the background check they are unable to give me a start date. For me it has become a bit challenging as I am getting an apartment in order to work for them. Does anyone have any suggestions???
Thank you!!!! ALL!!
Are you a closet murderer or something?
Relax. I worked for a federal agency - 2 weeks is a breeze.
I really wish I could relax... ! I spoke with compliance today and they told me they have to run an international background check because I was a resident abroad. Estimate Time: other 2 weeks!!!!
2+2= 1 Month!!!!
6 weeks have past from when I have interviewed! Looks like they are going to hit the 2month mark soon!
Which office are you? New York or SLC?
Will be working in SLC!
How long are background checks? (Originally Posted: 03/05/2012)
Hey so I got an internship offer and submitted all my documents last week. i was just curious how long it should take for them to get back to me assuming I clear the background check (I haven't lied and I don't have a record, I just wanted to know when I would hear back)
As long as my penis.
Background Check Length? (Originally Posted: 03/27/2012)
How long do background checks take for SA? I submitted my stuff a few weeks ago and my status still has not been updated.
youre fired
Relax, it can take a while, and they'll almost certainly let you know right away if there's a problem or if they need anything else.
Sometimes they run them a few weeks into the internship. But if you didn't lie to them, you have nothing to worry about. So relax.
Background check time (Originally Posted: 05/09/2017)
It has been two weeks since my background check was initiated, and they said it should be done in 10 days (it has been exactly 10 days), or they would let me know that it would take longer... they didn't let me know whether it was done or if it'll take longer. Should I contact them? Or wait a little longer?
Don't know if you have any skeletons in your closet or not, but I would wait a day or two. Don't want them to think you're worried they found something
They will only contact you if there is something wrong... No news is good news. Been with two different companies now, never heard back from the background check process.
Background Check Time? (Originally Posted: 04/06/2016)
It used to be more or less open ended. You'd only hear back if something came up in the check. I'm not sure if they have changed to now give you a thumbs up. I suspect they don't because they always reserve the right to revisit your application if new information emerges in the future.
It sounds like you've got nothing to worry about so assume you are in the clear.
It's been over 2 weeks now, should I be worried? :(
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