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Global background checks

Considering or interested in how employment background screening legislation differs around the world?

Please note: this information does not constitute as legal advice and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice from the respective governing country.

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EC
South America

Ecuador

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Adverse media: some restrictions
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KI
Oceania

Kiribati

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GT
North America

Guatemala

Criminal Checks: permissible
Identity: permissible
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CN
Asia

China

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: some restrictions
Credit/financial checks: some restrictions
Medical screening: permissible
Adverse media: some restrictions
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PR
South America

Puerto Rico

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NL
Europe

Netherlands

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Medical screening: some restrictions
Adverse media: permissible
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TG
Africa

Togo

Medical screening: permissible
Identity: permissible
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TT
North America

Trinidad and Tobago

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: some restrictions
Medical screening: permissible
Address: some restrictions
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KG
Asia

Kyrgyzstan

Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Address: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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HR
Europe

Croatia

Education Checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Address: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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BZ
North America

Belize

Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Address: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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EG
Africa

Egypt

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Address: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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TD
Africa

Chad

Medical screening: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Identity: permissible
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NG
Africa

Nigeria

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: some restrictions
Address: some restrictions
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BY
Europe

Belarus

Medical screening: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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GQ
Africa

Equatorial Guinea

Medical screening: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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MU
Africa

Mauritius

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Adverse media: some restrictions
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RO
Europe

Romania

Education Checks: some restrictions
Criminal Checks: restricted
Adverse media: some restrictions
Union membership: restricted
Political views: restricted
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ET
Africa

Ethiopia

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HN
North America

Honduras

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Credit/financial checks: permissible
Medical screening: some restrictions
Adverse media: some restrictions
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LU
Europe

Luxembourg

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GE
Asia

Georgia

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: some restrictions
Credit/financial checks: some restrictions
Medical screening: some restrictions
Adverse media: some restrictions
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PY
South America

Paraguay

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: restricted
Adverse media: permissible
Union membership: restricted
Political views: restricted
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KW
Asia

Kuwait

Union membership: some restrictions
Medical screening: permissible
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CM
Africa

Cameroon

Criminal Checks: permissible
Medical screening: permissible
Address: some restrictions
Identity: permissible
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NA
Africa

Namibia

Medical screening: permissible
Identity: permissible
Criminal Checks: permissible
Education Checks: permissible
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SR
South America

Suriname

Education Checks: permissible
Criminal Checks: some restrictions
Address: some restrictions
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FAQ

How user-friendly is your software for both the recruiter and the candidate? Are there tutorials or customer support options available?

Our employee background check software provides a seamless experience for recruiters and candidates alike, with an intuitive interface and a range of support options, including tutorials and customer support. It's optimised for mobile devices, ensuring accessibility for users on-the-go.

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Does Zinc offer global background checks?

Yes, Zinc offers global background checks in 190 countries. Our team of experts has access to international databases for an extensive range of countries and can source the most accurate data available. We also consider local laws and regulations when conducting thorough background investigations globally. Our screening solutions are designed to give employers peace of mind that they have made compliant, informed decisions when onboarding new employees. No matter what region or country you may be recruiting from, Zinc can provide the background checks needed to ensure your organisation makes the best hiring decisions. Contact us today for more information about our global screening services.

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Does Zinc offer compliance support to help employers understand and adhere to local and international laws and regulations related to background checks?

Yes, Zinc provides compliance support to help employers understand and adhere to local and international regulations related to background checks. Our team of experts stays up-to-date with changing laws and regulations, and while it’s still our customers’ ultimate responsibility to ensure compliance, we can provide ongoing guidance to reduce your risk.

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How does Zinc protect the privacy and confidentiality of personal information collected during the background check process?

Zinc takes data privacy and confidentiality very seriously. As an ISO27001-certified company, we use strict security measures to protect personal information collected during the background check process and comply with all applicable data protection laws and regulations. We also provide customers with secure online access to their background check reports, ensuring that personal information is only accessible to authorised personnel.

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