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Criminal record check

When conducting a criminal record check, DISA verifies whether the candidate appears in the Swedish criminal record register or in international records.

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Prevent risks instead of managing consequences

It is always better to prevent problems than to deal with the consequences afterwards. By incorporating criminal record checks into the recruitment process, companies and organisations can create safer workplaces and strengthen trust with customers and business partners.

In its 2024 report “Enablers for Criminal Networks”, the Swedish National Council for Crime Prevention (Brå) highlights that background checks help employers identify individuals who may pose potential risks before issues arise—thereby protecting the organisation.

Read more: What is a criminal record?

Approved method for handling personal data relating to criminal offences

DISA is authorised by the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY) to process personal data relating to criminal offences as part of background checks. This type of data is subject to particularly strict regulations under GDPR and may only be handled by organisations that meet high standards of security, expertise and accountability.

Our authorisation confirms that our methods and processes meet these requirements – and that background checks are carried out in a lawful, accurate and responsible manner, with full respect for individual privacy.

For you, this provides added reassurance that you can make well-informed decisions without compromising on data protection or regulatory compliance. 

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Secure hiring with criminal record checks

DISA supports organisations in conducting criminal record checks. Through a comprehensive legal background screening—where criminal record checks form a key part—you gain a clear and consolidated view of the individual you are entering into an employment agreement with.

Criminal record checks contribute to:

  • Stronger security – protecting internal data and resources
  • Confidence in hiring – ensuring candidates have the background your organisation requires
  • Protection of brand and trust – giving customers, employees, and partners peace of mind
  • Compliance and structure – clear processes that support legal requirements and internal policies

Do you have questions about how criminal record checks or legal background screening work? Would you like to see how our platform works and whether it fits your organisation?

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Maintaining good conduct in the workplace is essential

Employees with genuine commitment and high integrity are a key factor in your organisation’s success. By carrying out criminal background checks, you can help ensure that your employees uphold good conduct—creating a safe and transparent workplace for everyone.

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International criminal record checks

Are you hiring internationally and want to ensure background checks both in Sweden and abroad? No problem.

For international checks, it is most common for the candidate to apply for a Certificate of Good Conduct or an equivalent document and upload it to DISA’s portal. We provide clear instructions based on the countries specified by the candidate and then verify the document’s validity and authenticity, including a thorough visual review.

In some countries, DISA can manage the application process directly on behalf of the client. For example, AMSinform is used in India and Clairity in the United States. We can conduct international checks in more than 175 countries and adapt the process to each country’s laws and regulations. Wherever you are located and whoever you are hiring, we guide you through the entire process and ensure you receive a reliable and legally compliant background check.

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How a criminal record check with DISA works

  • Step 1: Log in

    Fill in your personal username and password.

  • Step 2: Select a screening profile

    Select the right screening profile for this candidate.

  • Step 3: Enter the candidate's details

    The candidate's name, email address, and cell phone number are requested.

  • Step 4: Candidate provides information

    The candidate receives an email with their login details and a request to start their own pre-employment screening.

  • Step 5: Screening is processed

    DISA will process the screening and complete all background checks.

  • Step 6: Screening is complete.

    Both you and the candidate will receive a message that the screening report is completed and ready to download.

 

Results of the background check

With DISA’s background screening, both you and the candidate receive the report digitally. Once the report is available, both parties are notified and can download it directly.

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Why choose DISA for criminal record checks?

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DISA takes care of your challenges

All you need to do is provide the candidate’s name, email, phone number, and select the background checks you want to carry out—we handle the rest. Requesting an extract from the Swedish criminal record register can take up to two weeks. With DISA, you gain access to the information significantly faster and can download the report digitally.

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Simple and seamless

Just enter the candidate’s name, email, phone number, and the checks you require, and we’ll take care of the entire process. While obtaining a criminal record extract from the police can take up to two weeks, DISA delivers results much faster—available digitally for immediate access.

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Specialists in background screening

DISA has been operating since 2009 and is now a market leader. With our extensive experience, we offer a fast and efficient screening process that fully complies with applicable laws and regulations.

What do our clients say?

Working with DISA internationally enables us to screen all candidates in a consistent way. The system is easy to use, and the ability to create country-specific screening profiles makes it simple to adapt to local laws and regulations (e.g. data storage within the EEA).



DISA is always flexible. If anything changes—whether at a global or local level—they adapt accordingly. They understand our recruitment process inside out, which enables them to quickly provide effective solutions.

Ilze Lamers
HR Director, Northern Europe
Michael Page Group

For us, it is essential to hire individuals with integrity. As we operate in financial services, we carry out several types of background checks. This also gives us peace of mind. That’s why we use DISA—they make the risk mitigation process simple and seamless.

Tobias Lindh
Chair of the Nordic and Baltic divisions
Adyen

By using DISA’s digital background screening solution, we ensure that both client and candidate personal data is always handled securely. Boardtalk also maintains very strict procedures when it comes to data processing. We make sure that sensitive information is not shared unnecessarily. For example, we only inform our clients if DISA identifies irregularities in the results, once we have received and reviewed the candidates’ reports.

Mats Holmberg
Partner & Finance
Boardtalk

DISA’s background screening system is very easy to use. We can access it from our phones, tablets, or laptops, allowing us to request and monitor checks from anywhere. With DISA, we help our end clients minimise risk by hiring the right people.



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Frequently asked questions about criminal record checks

Good conduct refers to a person being considered trustworthy and demonstrating appropriate behaviour. Having good conduct means acting responsibly and ethically in relation to others in society.

In legal and professional contexts, good conduct is important as it indicates that an individual does not have a criminal or unethical background—something that may be required for certain roles, licences, or other privileges. While the specific requirements can vary, maintaining good conduct is essential for building trust in both society and the workplace.

The length of time a record remains in the criminal record register depends on the type of offence.

  • 5 years – applies to offences resulting in fines, day-fines, restraining orders, etc.
  • 10 years – applies to offences resulting in conditional sentences, probation, etc.

The criminal record register is administered by the state and contains information held by the Swedish Police Authority.

A legal background check, on the other hand, is broader and may include information from multiple legal sources, carried out by private providers.

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