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CIFAS

What is the CIFAS check?​

A CIFAS check detects and prevent fraud by verifying an individual’s history with the UK's fraud prevention service, CIFAS (Credit Industry Fraud Avoidance System). This check involves searching the CIFAS database to identify any records of fraudulent activity, misuse of personal information, or financial misconduct associated with the individual.

By conducting CIFAS checks, organisations can mitigate the risk of fraud and ensure they are not hiring individuals with a known history of fraudulent behaviour. This proactive measure helps protect the business from potential financial losses and reputational damage, ensuring a more secure and trustworthy workforce.

Check Coverage​

UK

Why Use Access Screening for the Check?​

  • Setup the check as an automatic system request or request on an ad hoc basis
  • Check can be added to your existing workflows
  • Allows you to run all your checks from Access Screening

How it Works​

Results​

Once the results are ready, a check performed document will be uploaded to the background check.

Results for this search can only be shared with other members of CIFAS. You must have someone within your company or client base who is a member of CIFAS to obtain results from the CIFAS database for this check.

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