Global Watchlist Records Check

Monitored Lists

Monitored lists keep track of individuals who are monitored by the FBI. This includes the most wanted list, which keeps track of individuals who have committed exceptionally heinous crimes. Here are a few examples of criminal acts that led to an individual's placement on the FBI most wanted list:

• Acts of terrorism
• Murder and mass murder
• Serious acts of theft and fraud
• Individuals who have been accused of serious investment schemes and scams

One thing that you can be sure of if an individual is on a global watchlist of monitored individuals is that they will not make a trustworthy employee. In fact, they could be a very serious danger to yourself, your employees, your customers, and the entire company. 

Adverse Media Lists

Adverse media lists are not used for FBI investigations. However, these lists include individuals who have been covered by the media in a highly negative light. 

Sanctions Lists

Sanctioned lists include individuals who have faced international sanctions. There's a multitude of reasons why this could be the case, but they all involve strong suspicion of serious and politically motivated crimes. These lists can also include placement on the Office of Inspector General's exclusion list. 

Politically Exposed Persons Lists

Individuals on a politically exposed persons list have not necessarily committed any acts of crime or corruption. Instead, these individuals are simply in a position where they could be highly susceptible to bribery. 

Can an Individual Be Removed From a Global Watchlist?

In some cases, yes. However, they will need to submit a redress request, and they'll only be removed from the list if circumstances have changed or their placement on the list was in error. 

What Shows Up in a Global Watchlist Records Check?

If you are looking at a global watchlist record, it's important to know the specific type of record that you're looking at. Each type of global watchlist is a bit different, and these are the things that you need to look for on each type of list:

• If you're looking at adverse media lists, it's important to look for coverage about an individual that could be harmful to the reputation of your company.
• If you are looking at monitored lists, the presence of an individual on the list is a strong sign that they could pose a serious threat to your company.
• If you're looking at a politically exposed persons list, it's important to know why they are listed and whether it could impact your company.
• Individuals who are on a sanctions list are often guilty of criminal behavior, which is politically motivated. If an individual shows up on one of these watchlists, it's important to avoid hiring them.