Address Verification
Address verification confirms that a candidate's stated current and permanent address is genuine, using physical visits, digital record checks, or document verification depending on the level of assurance the role requires.
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| Current address |
| Permanent address |
| Approximate duration of stay |
| Landlord or neighbor confirmation, for physical checks |
What is address verification?
Address verification checks that a candidate actually resides, or has resided, at the address they've provided — either through a physical visit to confirm occupancy, a digital cross-check against available address records, or a review of submitted address-proof documents.
Why organizations use it
An unverified address raises practical and risk concerns, particularly for roles involving asset delivery, field work, or company property, and for background checks generally, since address history feeds into where other checks like court records are searched.
Verification process
Candidate submits address proof
Current and permanent address details are collected with supporting documents.
Verification method selected
Digital record check or physical visit is chosen based on the role's risk profile.
Confirmation obtained
The address is confirmed through the selected method.
Report delivered
Findings are shared through the case dashboard, including any mismatch.
Information & documents required
A utility bill, rental agreement, passport, Aadhaar or other government-issued document showing the address to be verified.
Common use cases
Field sales and delivery roles, remote or work-from-home hires, and any role involving access to high-value company assets sent to the candidate's home address.
Important considerations
Candidates who've recently moved, live in shared or PG accommodation without their name on utility bills, or have rural addresses can be harder to verify quickly, and may need a digital check rather than a physical visit.
Technology-assisted workflow
Digital record cross-checks run first wherever available; a physical verification visit is dispatched by a specialist for roles that require a higher level of assurance.
Address Verification FAQs
What's the difference between physical and digital address verification?
A physical check involves an in-person visit to confirm occupancy; a digital check cross-references the address against available records without a site visit. Digital checks are faster but offer a lower level of assurance.
Can address verification be done for a fully remote hire?
Yes — this is one of the more common reasons employers request it, since there's no office-based way to confirm a remote employee's location otherwise.
What if a candidate has moved recently?
Both current and prior address can be verified, and the report notes the duration confirmed at each.
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