What needs to be included in an employment background check?

  • InCorp Editorial Team
  • 16 June 2025
  • 1 minutes reading time

These are a few things you need to examine while performing an employee background check:

  • Criminal record
  • Educational background, qualifications, and professional certifications
  • Work and employment history
  • Sexual offense record
  • Alcohol and drug tests
  • Credit and financial background

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Daris Salam

COO Indonesia at InCorp Indonesia

With more than 10 years of expertise in accounting and finance, Daris Salam dedicates his knowledge to consistently improving the performance of InCorp Indonesia and maintaining clients and partnerships.

Frequently Asked Questions

    You can find the difference below:

    • PT: limited liability company (shareholders are not legally liable for company liabilities)
    • CV: a proprietary company where liability falls on the shareholders

    Establishing a PMA Company in Indonesia typically takes around two weeks after completing document requirements. Following establishment, additional steps such as obtaining licenses and registering for Tax ID vary based on business type. Last, some licensing processes may take time, necessitating thorough planning and preliminary assessments of the business plan for a smoother process.

    To provide you with accurate pricing information for our HR outsourcing services, we consider the complexities of your inquiries and the dynamic nature of regulations in Indonesia. As a result, the pricing for the service may vary accordingly. For detailed information, please get in touch with our consultants.

    There are a few things to consider, such as:

    • Prohibit any form of discrimination and provide equal opportunity for Indonesians and expatriates
    • Increase the competence of workers by giving or encouraging job training.
    • Follow the termination procedures (Terminating an employee in Indonesia can be long, tedious, and expensive.
    • Observe working hours, holidays, and overtime regulations
    • Give mandatory employee benefits, including social security and health insurance
    • Withhold only the right amount of income tax on behalf of the employees
    • Follow the wages and other benefits outlined by the law
    • Process work permits for foreign employees

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