Get fast, accurate, and reliable background reports at industry-leading prices, with no contracts to sign and no order minimums to meet.
We designed our system with input from HR professionals to make ordering as easy and intuitive as possible. Ordering a background check is as simple as performing a Google search.
Enter the candidate’s information or email them a secure link.
Our Quality Assurance (QA) team ensures accuracy and compliance before delivering the report.
Get the final report delivered directly to you by email, link, or fax.
Choose from our popular background check packages, order a la carte, or customize your own. You will always see the full price before you pay at checkout.
Fast database screening for entry-level and hourly hires
County and federal court searches for most roles
Full verification for management and senior hires
Our quality assurance team and automated technology ensure the highest accuracy in our reports before delivery. Identity details are checked against credit bureau records before checkout to catch errors early.
Waiting several days to onboard a candidate due to slow background reports can disrupt business. That’s why we provide the fastest turnaround time in the industry, delivering accurate results within hours. Our team monitors every order so results reach you without delays.
Save money without compromising on quality. Every package is priced per report, so you only pay for the checks you order. There are no contracts to sign, no monthly minimums to meet, and no hidden fees.
Order a single check or hundreds, with volume pricing available for bulk orders.
No hidden fees or surprises. Know exactly what you’re paying at checkout.
Design your own 100% customizable background check package, choose one of our existing packages, or order any search a la carte. Not sure which searches you need? Our team can help you build the right package for each role and location.
Add verifications, record checks, drug testing, or any other screening to your order.
Order any search on its own when you don’t need a full package.
Keep all your HR functions in one place by connecting your Human Resources Information System (HRIS) or Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with our platform for free. We have direct API and Joynd Portal Integrations with over 30 of the most popular HRIS and ATS platforms.
Don’t see yours? Connect proprietary or in-house systems with minimal setup.
Our team helps with setup and testing, so nothing disrupts the systems you rely on.
With over 400 search options available in the U.S. and internationally, our customizable pre-employment screenings cover a wide range of records, verifications, drug tests, occupational health services, and more.
We have used 5 Star Background Checks for the last few years. Their background check service has been spot-on, timely, and affordable, and it provides the needed security so that all of our members can confidently refer each other. Should you engage 5 Star Background Checks' services, I have no doubt they will take great care of you as well.
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We recommend always searching county records, as they help find criminal court records such as felonies and misdemeanors. Because the majority of crimes in the U.S. are tried in county courts, these searches should be a baseline for all employee background checks. For those who are budget conscious, our Basic package covers the Nationwide Criminal Database, National Sex Offender Registry, and OIG LEIE, GSA SAM, and OFAC searches. Standard adds County Criminal Records and Nationwide Federal Criminal Records. You can also view our packages page for industry-specific packages and ideas to help you choose the searches that fit the role and your hiring requirements.
There are no setup fees. Signup is free and takes under 5 minutes. After you create an account, we verify your business credentials, build your packages, and activate your account, so you can go from signup to your first order in as little as 15 minutes.
No. 5 Star Background Checks does not require monthly minimum orders. Clients can order as many or as few background checks as needed.
Once your account has been established, you can begin ordering background checks immediately through our secure online platform.
Many background screening searches are completed the same day or within 8–24 hours on average, helping employers make faster hiring decisions. Turnaround times may vary depending on the type of screening requested.
To initiate a background screening, provide the applicant’s full legal name, Social Security Number, and date of birth. Motor vehicle record (MVR) searches also require the applicant’s address and driver’s license number. Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional License Verification require the relevant employer, school, or licensing information.
Yes. Multiple authorized users can access a single company account.
Yes. Completed reports can be viewed securely online and may also be delivered by email or fax based on your preferences.
Both options are available. 5 Star Background Checks offers bundled screening packages as well as individual a la carte background screening services, allowing employers to customize each screening based on their hiring needs.
Yes. Batch processing services are available for employers experiencing seasonal hiring or large applicant volumes.
Yes. 5 Star Background Checks offers a wide variety of drug testing options through Labcorp and eScreen, with solutions designed to meet different employer requirements.
Yes. Every client is assigned a dedicated customer service professional who provides personalized support and assistance throughout the background screening process.
A Nationwide Criminal Database Search and a County Criminal Records search are different searches. The multi-jurisdictional database compiles over 750 million records from over 800 sources, including state sex offender registries, U.S. government watch lists, prohibited parties lists, and departments of corrections. This database should not be the sole basis of a hiring decision, and County Criminal Records searches should accompany the nationwide search.
Yes, employers generally need to provide the required disclosure and consent forms to obtain written authorization before ordering an employment background check. When using our order with invitation option, the candidate receives an email containing the proper FCRA-compliant consent and disclosure. Follow the FCRA and applicable state and local rules for your hiring process. FCRA-compliant disclosure and consent forms are available upon request.
If a report may lead to an adverse hiring decision, follow the applicable FCRA adverse action steps and give the applicant the required notices and opportunity to respond. 5 Star Background Checks offers an FCRA-compliant adverse action workflow to support that process.
No, you will only be charged if and when the background check is completed.
We currently offer API integrations with these HRIS and ATS platforms:
Don’t see yours? Our API also connects to proprietary systems. Contact us for live support.
Don’t hesitate to call or email us and we will be happy to help.