Why do companies use background screening vendors?

Companies use background screening vendors because: Vendors deliver impartial and precise verification every time. Partnering with vendors frees up your team's valuable time and resources. Companies tap into worldwide databases and specialized expertise through vendors. Legal compliance is maintained.

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Trusted Background Checks for Singapore,
Because Every Hires Matters

Avvanz, a multi-award-winning HRTech platform, empowers over 6,000 organizations worldwide with seamless employment and education verification, identity checks, and more. Our services are fully PDPA-compliant, with zero setup fees or minimum commitments, making it easy to get started.

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Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

MOM-Approved

Dedicated Client Rep

SOC 2 Type II

ISO 27001 Certified

ISO 27701 Certified

No Setup Fees

At a Glance

6,000+

Global Clients

20+

Check Types

150+

Countries

95%

Verification Success Rate

What We Cover

Employment verification Education verification Identity Checks Reference check Legal Right to Work Civil Litigation Criminal Checks Financial Probity Checks

Singapore Regulatory Framework

Built Around Singapore’s Law

All verifications conducted by Avvanz are aligned with Singapore’s legal and compliance framework. This helps organizations maintain secure, compliant, and fair hiring practices.

Under Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012, Avvanz prioritizes obtaining explicit candidate consent, secure data handling, and role-relevant screening processes to ensure a compliant, auditable background verification experience.

PDPA Act

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012

Singapore’s primary data privacy law governs the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal data. The PDPA requires organizations to obtain candidate consent, implement reasonable data security measures, and collect only relevant information for legitimate hiring purposes.

MOM Regulations

Ministry of Manpower (MOM) Compliance

The Ministry of Manpower regulates employment practices, work pass compliance, and qualification verification standards in Singapore. Employers must accurately verify qualifications and maintain hiring processes that comply with MOM requirements.

Full Suite

Built for Global Hiring. Over 20+ check types, covering 150+ countries — all from one platform.

From identity checks to sanctions screening, cover every candidate — wherever they come from, we've got it covered.

Education Verification

Education credential verification is required when academic qualifications are essential.

Institution Accreditation Check

To ensure education from higher education institutions or programs meets acceptable quality levels.

Professional Qualifications/Memberships

Ensure all professional licenses and certifications are thoroughly checked to meet legal requirements.

Employment Details Verification with HR

Employment history confirmation is limited to the employer's name, job title, and period of employment.

Resume or CV Comparison Check

Identifies inconsistencies between submitted resumes and verified candidate information.

Bankruptcy Check

In financial and leadership positions, this is a key tool for uncovering any past insolvency, helping to ensure trust and reliability.

Credit Check

In BFSI and finance roles, as well as in senior management roles, this is often done to check financial reliability.

Financial Regulatory Check

Verifies regulatory compliance and financial misconduct records for regulated industries.

Adverse Media Check

Screens publicly available media sources for reputational, fraud and compliance risks.

Global Watch List And Sanctions

Checks candidates against international sanctions, watchlists, and compliance databases.

Office Of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)

Candidates are screened against international anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions databases.

Criminal or Criminality Check

We will conduct criminal record checks solely when required by law and will use only information provided by the candidate.

Civil Litigation Check

Identifies involvement in civil court cases relevant to employment risk assessment.

Legal Right to Work

Verifies the candidate’s eligibility to work in Singapore and ensures compliance with work pass requirements.

Social Media Checks

Reviews publicly available online presence for reputational and behavioral concerns.

Conflict of Interest/Directorship

This process identifies undeclared directorships, business interests, or potential conflicts of interest.

Drug Testing

This is primarily conducted in safety-sensitive industries such as healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing.

Identity Check

Identity will be verified using the NRIC, FIN, Biometrics, or passport details provided by the candidate.

Driving License

Validates driving license authenticity for logistics, transport, and operational roles.

Sector Expertise

Singapore's Top Hiring Industries

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Banking, Financial Services & Insurance

Compliance, risk, analyst, and tech roles. Constant hiring because of regulations and expansions.

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Technology

Both multinational corporations and startups hire aggressively in IT and technology.

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Fast Moving Consumer Goods and Manufacturing

Due to frequent staff turnover, fast hiring, effective onboarding, and engaging training solutions are essential.

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Healthcare

Every new hire affects healthcare teams, patient safety, and organizational trust. Background checks help ensure patients receive care from reliable medical professionals and staff.

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Business Process Outsourcing

Assign individuals to roles based on risk level, applying appropriate background checks as needed.

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Retail

Efficient hiring, comprehensive onboarding, and thorough background checks are essential for minimizing the financial impact of stock loss.

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Education

Background verification in education safeguards students, ensures staff are qualified, and upholds institutional integrity in every role.

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Oil & Gas

The Oil & Gas industry employs diverse professionals, making effective workforce management and background screening essential.

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Others

Avvanz delivers customised solutions for a wide range of industries, drawing on our extensive domain expertise.

Why Choose Avvanz

The Smarter Way to Screen in Singapore

We're a technology-led HRTech partner - not a form-heavy, slow-moving agency. ScreenGlobal is built to get you screening in minutes, not weeks.

Quick setup and Easy Onboarding

Quickly screen candidates and place orders to avoid setup delays and lengthy onboarding.

Unlimited Attempts at Source

Avvanz offers unlimited attempts.

Cost-effective at short turn-around-time

Cost effective screening with consultancy, automation and faster turn around.

Global Coverage with Local Expertise

Focus on background checks, Singapore ensures local compliance and accuracy.

6K+

Global Clients

20+

Check Types

150+

Countries

95%

Verification Success Rate

Under the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), always obtain clear consent and disclose the screening purpose, the data usage, and the candidate's rights.

FAQ

Pre-Employment Background Checks in Singapore:
Common Questions

Practical answers for Singaporean HR teams and hiring managers.

Background checks, conducted by verification organizations, confirm a candidate’s educational, professional, and employment history and more to ensure you hire qualified individuals.

In Singapore, background checks require consent and must comply with the relevant legal requirements for the job.

Background screening is legal in Singapore, but it is strictly regulated by the Personal Data Protection Act. Employers must obtain clear consent, collect only relevant information, disclose the purpose of data collection, and protect personal data.

Companies use background screening vendors because:

Vendors deliver impartial and precise verification every time.
Partnering with vendors frees up your team's valuable time and resources.
Companies tap into worldwide databases and specialized expertise through vendors.
Legal compliance is maintained.

Common red flags in background checks include discrepancies in candidate-provided information, such as employment mismatches, fake degrees, unexplained employment gaps, negative references, and criminal records.

SG Knowledge Hub

Background Check Resources for Singapore Employers

Background Check Singapore

Background Check Singapore: Complete Guide to Employment Screening | Avvanz

Discover the essential requirements and best practices for background check Singapore processes. Trust Avvanz's comprehensive screening solutions for compliant hiring decisions.

PDPA Compliance in Singapore Checks | Avvanz Guide

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MOM Certification Check in Singapore | Avvanz

Navigate the MOM certification check process seamlessly with Avvanz's expert solutions in Singapore. Ensure compliance and verify your workforce accurately today.

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