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Hire confidently with Global Background Checks

Verify candidates anywhere in the world. Fast turnaround, secure processes, and full compliance—without slowing your growth.

Remote People powers the world’s leading brands

Built for
global hiring

Our background check solutions are designed to support businesses operating across borders. Whether you’re hiring in one country or scaling teams worldwide, we deliver consistent, localized screening—removing barriers and bringing you peace of mind.

Built in

Hire with confidence in 150+ countries

Seamless, secure, 
and compliant

We prioritize data security and regulatory compliance at every stage. Our background check processes are aligned with global standards to ensure your business remains protected—legally and reputationally.

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Transparent audit trails

Every stage of the background check is traceable—supporting audits, compliance, and internal oversight with ease.

GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 aligned

Our checks meet global data standards like GDPR, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 to protect candidate privacy.

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Mobile-friendly candidate experience

With document uploads, real-time tracking, and responsive support, we ensure a smooth, branded experience.

Integrated with your hiring workflow

Our services integrate smoothly into your onboarding process, so you don’t have to juggle multiple tools or vendors. We make screening a natural step in your hiring flow—fast, easy, and fully managed.

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Globally compliant, 
universally adopted

Our 5-star rating on G2 isn’t just a number—it reflects the trust and satisfaction of our clients worldwide.

What’s included in a background check

Remote People simplifies every step of contractor engagement,
removing administrative barriers so you can scale your team
without distractions. Our structured, end-to-end solution keeps your global hiring process efficient, fully compliant, and easy to manage—no matter where you’re hiring.

Identity verification

We confirm the candidate’s identity using government-issued documents and digital checks.

Education verification

We validate academic qualifications directly with institutions to ensure accuracy and authenticity.

Employment history

We verify past roles, dates, and responsibilities to confirm professional experience and job fit.

Criminal history

We screen for criminal records in relevant jurisdictions to support safe and compliant hiring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer comprehensive screening including: identity verification, employment history verification, education verification, criminal record checks (local, national, and international), credit checks, professional license verification, and global sanctions/watchlist screening.

Soft checks (identity, employment, education verification) typically complete within 15 minutes to 24 hours. Criminal checks vary by country and jurisdiction—most complete within 2-5 business days. Complex international checks may take 1-2 weeks.

Pricing starts at $49 for a basic soft check. Comprehensive packages including criminal records and international screening range from $99-$199. Custom packages are available for high-volume needs.

We provide background check services in 200+ countries and territories. Coverage varies by check type—some countries have restrictions on certain types of screening. We'll advise on available options for each location.

Yes. We send an email to the candidate informing them of the background check and requesting consent. The candidate provides personal details through a mobile-friendly process. No check begins without explicit consent.

Results are delivered directly in your Remote People dashboard. Reports are stored in the worker's profile for easy reference. You can also configure automatic screening as part of your standard onboarding workflow.

Yes. You can request background checks for existing team members—useful for industries requiring regular re-screening or when employees are moving into new roles with different requirements.

Yes. We ensure all screening processes comply with local regulations including GDPR in Europe, FCRA in the US, and equivalent laws in other jurisdictions. Our processes include proper disclosure, consent, and adverse action procedures.