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Simple, competitive pricing options
Basic +
Quickest and most basic
starting from
$2999/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
most popular
Essential
More complete criminal history
starting from
$5499/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
- Unlimited County Criminal Search
Professional
Also verify education and employment
starting from
$7999/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
- Unlimited County Criminal Search
- Education Verification (Highest level)
- Employment Verification (Current)
Additional third-party fees may apply. Learn more about pass-through fees.
Simple, competitive pricing options
Basic +
Quickest and most basic
starting from
$2999/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
most popular
Essential
More complete criminal history
starting from
$5499/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
- Unlimited County Criminal Search
Professional
Also verify education and employment
starting from
$7999/check
Up to $40 off first check*
- SSN Trace
- Sex Offender Registry
- Global Watchlist Records
- National Criminal Records
- Unlimited County Criminal Search
- Education Verification (Highest level)
- Employment Verification (Current)
Additional third-party fees may apply. Learn more about pass-through fees.
Package add-ons
You can customize your package with the following products.
For other add-ons, just contact Customer Support.
Current Employment Verification
$12.50/check
Checkr searches for a candidate’s most recent work experience in the U.S., using the candidate’s documents, available industry databases, email verification, and phone verification.
Previous Employment Verification
$35/check
Checkr searches for a candidate’s past work experience in the U.S., using the candidate’s documents, available industry databases, email verification, and phone verification.
Prices vary based on how far back you want to verify—whether 3 years ($15/check), 5 years ($25/check), 7 years ($35/check), or 10 years ($50/check). Only the 7 years ($35/check) option is automatically included on your account, please contact customer support to access the other options.
Education Verification
$12.50/check
Checkr searches for the highest degree that a candidate has earned in the U.S. using available industry databases, school registrar, phone verification, and documents provided by the candidate.
Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
$9.50/check
Search of Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or similar U.S. state entities to find a driver’s license status and class, violations, suspensions, restrictions, and other information. Some driving records, such as DUIs, might only appear on the Motor Vehicle Report in certain states.
International packages
For candidates living and working outside of the United States.
International Basic+
From $32/check
Includes the following checks:
- International Criminal (or Adverse Media)
- Global Watchlist Search
Pricing varies by country. Learn more about international pricing.
International Professional
From $102/check
Includes the following checks:
- International Criminal (or Adverse Media)
- Global Watchlist Search
- Employment Verification
- Education Verification
Pricing varies by country. Learn more about international pricing.
International Professional+
From $124/check
Includes the following checks:
- International Criminal (or Adverse Media)
- Global Watchlist Search
- Employment Verification
- Education Verification
- Identity Document Validation
Pricing varies by country. Learn more about international pricing.
Create a Checkr account today
Checkr offers an online, self-service background check product designed specifically with small businesses in mind. We know you have a lot on your plate, so our all-in-one platform ensures you’re covering all your bases.
You’ll be able to start adding candidate information immediately while we verify your account details. And we’ll give you your first background check for free*.
If you are already using one of our integration partners, you can sign up for Checkr within their platform to take advantage of special pricing and custom features. Contact us to learn how
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How Checkr helps
With our background check solution, you get:
- Simple and competitive pricing: Checkr’s pay-as-you-go pricing and customizable packages mean you can easily access the screenings that fit your business. Plus, account setup is free.
- A fully online and secure process: No paperwork or manual processes required.
- Automated compliance: Background checks and authorization forms are subject to federal, state, and sometimes even local laws. We cover these in the product, providing you a worry-free experience.
- A best-in-class team: We have dedicated support teams for your business and for your candidates. Plus, we’re a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) compliant organization.
Your Free Background Check
Run a background check in 3 simple steps
Register
Create an account in just a few minutes.
Verification and set up
We’ll verify your account and email you with a secure login.
Run your first check
Log in to your account and run your first check for free*.
* Up to $40 statement credit applied on your first background check. You will be charged for any pass through fees from state or county courts and DMVs that go beyond the allotted credit amount. For the list of additional fees, please see this pricing breakdown.
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