BS7858 Screening Check Services for UK Employers and Recruitment Agencies
Screen candidates to the BS7858 standard before onboarding. ID and right-to-work results arrive in 2 to 4 hours. A fast-track option is available.
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What Is BS7858 Screening?
BS7858 is the UK screening standard for people who work in security-conscious and safety-critical environments. The standard appears as BS7858:2019, BS7858 or BS 7858. BS 7858 screening confirms who a candidate is, where they worked in the last five years and whether they suit a sensitive role. The Background Checker provides BS7858 screening check services for UK employers and recruitment agencies. We run every check in one process and return an audit-ready report.
Fast Turnaround on Every Check
ID and right-to-work checks finish in 2 to 4 hours. The HMRC employment history check takes 20 minutes. Watchlist checks take 24 hours and financial checks take 48 hours. 84% of DBS checks finish within 24 hours and the remaining checks take 3 to 5 days. A fast-track option is available for urgent hires.
Audit-Ready Reports for Every File
The BS7858 vetting standards require employers to review completed screening files, even when an outside company runs the checks. Each report is clear and ready for this review.
Secure File Storage for Seven Years
We keep every screening file for seven years after employment ends. ISO 27001 compliance, Cyber Essentials Plus security and ICO registration protect each file.
BS7858 Screening for Recruitment Agencies
Recruitment agencies send us candidate details. We run the BS7858 checks and return an audit-ready report for each candidate. The organisation remains responsible for reviewing the completed file, as the BS7858 screening standard requires when screening is outsourced.
- Fast-track option for urgent placements
- Clear pricing with no hidden fees
- One personal account manager for your agency
- Screening files stored for seven years after employment ends
The BS7858 Vetting Procedure Step by Step
The BS7858 vetting standards protect businesses in security-conscious and safety-critical environments. The BS7858 screening standard covers five years of history and a set of core checks. Our BS7858 screening process follows each stage.
- Identity verification with a biometric check: 2 to 4 hours
- Right-to-work verification with biometric validation: 2 to 4 hours
- DBS criminal record check: : 84% within 24 hours, the rest in 3 to 5 days
- Five-year employment history verification: 20 minutes through HMRC, or 2 to 14 days by direct verification
- Global watchlist screening: 24 hours
- Credit and financial checks: 48 hours
Candidates with overseas history also need international checks. You receive one audit-ready report when every check is complete.
BS7858 Check Online: Standard and Fast-Track Packages
Standard BS7858 Check Online
Our standard package covers every essential check in the BS7858 framework. Choose this package for reliable, cost-effective vetting.
- Identity Verification (Biometric Check)
- Right to work check (Biometric Check)
- UK criminal record check (DBS, also called CRB)
- Employment verification for 5 years. Extra years cost more per additional check.
- Global Watchlist Checks, including sanctions, watchlists and fraud databases
- Financial search and credit check, including county court judgments, civil notices, insolvencies and bankruptcy orders
Fast-Track BS7858 Vetting Service
Need results quickly? Our BS7858 screening company offers a fast-track option. We prioritise your application and speed up the process.
- Identity verification using biometric checks
- Right to work verification via biometric validation
- UK criminal record check (CRB/DBS)
- Rapid employment history verification through HMRC and online banking validation
- Global watchlist screening covering sanctions, fraud databases, and regulatory watchlists
- Financial credit screening, including credit history, CCJs, insolvencies, and bankruptcy records
Additional Checks and Compliance Support
For businesses with more complex needs, we offer a full suite of add-on checks and expert guidance to keep your vetting process airtight.
- Financial background checks for finance or cash-handling roles
- Enhanced DBS and international criminal record checks for overseas history
- Social media screening to assess online risk and reputation (recommended best practice, normally £35 + VAT)
- Candidate screening files are securely retained for 7 years after employment ends
- Organisation remains responsible for reviewing outsourced screening results
The Benefits of Choosing Us
BS7858 Screening Company With Audit-Ready Reports
Transparent Pricing With No Hidden Fees
Personal Account Manager
ISO 27001 Compliance
Cyber Essentials Plus Certified Security
ICO Registered Organisation
Start Your BS7858 Check Online
Tell us how many candidates you need to screen. We return a tailored BS7858 package with clear pricing and turnaround times.
Get Your Checks Done Today
Call 020 8496 9258 or send the form. We start your BS7858 screening check within minutes.
BS7858 Screening FAQs
Answers on BS7858 vetting for UK employers and recruitment agencies.
What Is BS 7858 Screening?
BS7858 screening is the UK standard for vetting people in security-conscious and safety-critical roles. A BS7858 check verifies identity, right to work, criminal record, five years of employment history, credit status and watchlist records.
What Is Included in a BS7858 Check?
A BS7858 check includes identity and right-to-work verification, a DBS criminal record check, five years of employment history, financial checks and global watchlist screening. International checks are added for overseas candidates.
How Much Is a BS7858 Check?
BS7858 vetting cost depends on three things: the checks in your package, the years of employment history you verify, and any international screening. Extra years cost more per additional check. Social media screening is normally £35 + VAT. Tell us your candidate numbers and we send clear pricing with turnaround times.
How Long Does BS7858 Screening Take?
Each stage of the BS7858 vetting procedure has its own turnaround. ID and right-to-work checks are completed in 2 to 4 hours. 84% of DBS checks complete within 24 hours and the rest take 3 to 5 days, employment verification takes 2 to 14 days, HMRC employment history checks take 20 minutes, watchlist checks take 24 hours, and financial checks take 48 hours.
Do We Need to Review the Files if Screening Is Outsourced?
Yes. Under the BS7858 screening standard, employers must review completed screening files even when screening is outsourced. We make this simple with clear, audit-ready reports.
Does The Background Checker Screen Candidates for Recruitment Agencies?
Yes. Agencies send us candidate details. We run the BS7858 checks and return an audit-ready report for each candidate. A fast-track option is available for urgent placements.
Are Social Media Checks Mandatory?
No. Social media checks are recommended best practice under BS7858:2019. Many employers choose them to strengthen due diligence.
How Long Should Screening Files Be Retained?
Seven years after the employee leaves. Our secure storage solutions support this requirement.
What if a Candidate Has Lived Abroad?
International criminal checks are carried out to ensure continuous vetting, keeping the process compliant with BS7858 screening requirements.