Template for Background Screening Required Documents

Background Screening: Required Documentation-

To facilitate a comprehensive and timely background check, kindly provide the following documents:

1. Personal Identification

Passport:

• Color photocopy of the biodata page.
• Ensure all details are legible.

National Identity Card/Driver’s License:

• Front and back color photocopies.
• Ensure the picture and all text are clear.

2. Proof of Address:

Utility Bill (Water/Electricity/Phone):

• Must be dated within the last 3 months.
• Ensure name and address are visible.

Lease Agreement/Bank Statement:

• The most recent copy shows your name and residential address.

3. Employment History (Past 5 years):

• Employment Letters/Contracts:

• Including job title, start and end dates.
• Contact details of the HR or supervisor for verification.

• Payslips:

• Last three months’ payslips from the most recent employer.

4. Education Verification:

• Certificates/Diplomas/Degrees:

• Color photocopies of all relevant educational qualifications.
• Transcript for the highest level of education.

5. Criminal Background Check:

• Recent certificate (within 6 months) from the local police department.
• For international background checks, certificates from countries resided in for the past 5 years.

6. Credit Check (if applicable):

• Signed form allowing the credit check agency to release your credit report.

7. Professional References:

• Letters from at least two professionals you’ve worked with.
• Must include contact details for verification.

8. Other Documentation (if relevant):

• Professional Licenses/Certifications:

• Color photocopies.
• Details of issuing authority for verification.

Kindly ensure that all documents provided are clear and legible to avoid any delays in the background screening process. If any of the above documents are not available, please inform us in advance so that we can guide you on alternate documents or procedures.