Showing posts with label europe background checks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label europe background checks. Show all posts
September 6, 2010
Global Background Checks, Know the Facts

  • 9/06/2010
Do Global Background Checks Really Exist?









Global background checks offered by companies on the internet are normally a scam. There are a few firms that actually offer sufficient international services to qualify, but 90% of the companies or websites claiming to offer global background checks are a fraud. That's right, the majority of the companies don't even offer a true domestic investigation, let alone a global one. Most websites claiming to offer background checks actually just search databases for criminal records. This is not an investigation, it is not a true background check, and it is a reckless way of dealing with risk. A real background check is a professional investigation. An international background check requires professional field investigators in foreign countries. And a global background check requires a global company, or a real organization with a significant number of field investigators in foreign countries to investigate at an international level.

A real background check is a prudent investigation conducted by professional investigators; it is a verification and investigation process which includes searching criminal records and many other factors. It's important to know that criminal records cannot be checked via a database for most international cases. Foreign investigations require international investigators or field investigators in the countries where you need them. If you require a background check on a person or company with significant operations or history in one or more foreign countries, a real global or international background check would be required to gather the evidence.

True professional background checks and private investigations don't exist for $39.99. Real background checks are investigations which cover many factors, including education and employment history, criminal and civil records, ID and passport verification, document verification, informant testimony, travel records, etc. It is not imposible to conduct an international or global background check with no offices or field investigators, or agents in the countries where you need the evidence. There is no magical global database, not even for the CIA. The fact is the majority of the world is still developing, and vast regions in South America, Africa and Asia are still filing records the old fashioned way. If there is no field investigator on the ground who speaks the local language with the appropriate contacts with police, government and other offices, the job won't get done.

Always ask where the company offices and investigators are located. To conduct an international or global background check, an international private investigator, or a company with offices or investigators in several countries is required. You can't conduct a Malaysia background or Benin background check without investigators in Malaysia or Benin, plain and simple. Ask or check the company website to make sure the field investigators or field offices exist, and they are where you need them. Searching databases simply isn't an option for international cases.

Fraud and scams are on the rise, so it's more important than ever to know who you're dealing with, and minimze your risk.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2010 S. Birch
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June 22, 2009
Ukraine Dating Scams

  • 6/22/2009
Don't Be a Victim of Ukraine Dating Scams









Online dating and romance scams from the Ukraine and Russia continue to increase. Each year, more and more victims file reports with their local law enforcement agencies in Europe, Canada, Australia and the United States. To their credit, Moscow and Kiev police have made some arrests, although the fraud is still growing. Controlling the crime relies more on educating consumers and access to europe background checks.

Most scammers and criminals of fraud seek out their victims on websites that cater to meeting Ukrainian or Russian women, but no website is safe. Many Ukraine and Russia scammers now use foreign match making websites in the U.K., Canada and Australia, such as Match.com. Many scams are actually operated by men using beautiful photographs of Russia and Ukraine women.

Obviously not all the women in Russia and the Ukraine are involved in scams. Many are indeed honest and beautiful women, who are seeking an honest relationship with a foreigner. However, distinguishing between the honest women and the scammers is increasingly difficult. Elements typically used to achieve the fraud or scam include assistance for education, help with travel costs, visas, or a medical emergency. The money is almost always requested via a wire transfer, such as Western Union.

For those pursuing a relationship with someone from the Ukraine or Russia, a professional background check is strongly advised. Private investigation companies are now present in Kiev, Moscow and St. Petersburg. Wymoo® now has field investigators in these cities and offers a free investigation quote via its website.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2006-2009 S. Birch
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May 6, 2008
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  • 5/06/2008
Background checks: The Supply and Demand

Rising Demand
More people around the global are accessing the Internet, and the global population itself exploding exponentially, the world is making a fast transition to online. Businesses around the world now make their hiring decisions based on candidates they find on the Internet. New websites for match making or online dating are popping up daily. These days, it's not uncommon to find a business partner or even find a spouse on the Internet. In this brave new world, come some sizeable risks.

Knowing the Truth
Exactly how does an individual in Paris verify a boyfriend's story who lives in Brazil? Or how does a small business in the United States verify a new supplier located in Singapore? And when looking for romance, just how do we know if he or she is really who he or she claims to be? These questions are becoming more common and so is the demand for background checks. The following section summarizes some of the options.

Options Available
Services offered for background checks vary greatly. Some websites offer simple searches for public records, while others combine public records searches with actual investigation. We prefer the latter, as real investigation has real results in most cases. Among the top 3 players in the United States are Kroll, Owens Online and Wymoo International. Wymoo has been expanding its market share by concentrating on customer service and custom investigations. All 3 companys have a strong global presence, while Wymoo offers personalized service, surveillance, local investigators and complete narrative reporting. For the Philippines, contact Wymoo's affiliate, Philippine PI.

Knowing the Prices
Average background checks can cost between $200 and $800, depending on the country of origin and the information needs of the customer. An average background investigation to verify a small business or foreign romance usually ranges between $400 and $600, again depending on the country and specific need for information. Always shop around for service quotes.

Is it really worth having your international romance, or foreign business partner verified? Absolutely. This is the age of identity theft, relationship scams, advance fee fraud, and these scams are on the rise. Think of a background check investigation as an insurance policy. One can cross his fingers and hope for the best. We recommend contracting a professional global background check service, and sleeping well at night knowing the truth.

All the Best,

Simon Birch
© 2006-2009 S. Birch
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February 4, 2008
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  • 2/04/2008
Investigation Services Available in the EU

The European Union (EU) has brought about enormous economic changes to the included nations as well as those neighboring the community. As financial systems have become more connected, so too have information systems and the ability to investigate persons and firms across national European borders.

Increasing transparency in legal systems is a requirement to membership in the EU, and more transparency means less corruption and easier access to data and records. INTERPOL(International Criminal Police Organization) is the largest international police organization, with 186 member countries. The group facilitates cross-border police cooperation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities and services whose mission is to prevent international crime. In recent years, such international groups become increasingly successful in their investigations as the European community continues to merge. Private investigators have also become more capable.

Depending on the exact assistance required, there are many options available for consumers or citizens seeking investigative services. One should first contact their local jurisdiction and police, whether in London, Moscow or Bucharest. If the crime or investigation requires international assistance within the EU or Eastern Europe, INTERPOL may be of assistance. For Europe background checks, be sure to use a firm with international scope such as Wymoo International or Kroll in London.

The information flow between the EU is expected to continue to increase, and with this trend, investigations should continue to benefit. Private investigation firms, background check services and law enforcement should all benefit. As history has proven, however, crime too will evolve and the challenge goes on.

All the Best,

S. Birch
© 2006-2009 S. Birch
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