How long does background check take?

I received an offer from a fund and have been stuck for two weeks waiting for background check.
I have no criminal record and have a good credit. Nobody is suing me for anything.

Why is it taking so long?
How long did it take for you to clear bgrnd check?

 

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Usually they are quick. Mine took a bit longer because I've lived in some off the run places so it took longer to verify addresses and drivers licenses with local authorities (something they do). 

How long did that take

 

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