The Pre-Employment Background Check Authorization Form is an essential document used in Hong Kong's hiring process to obtain explicit consent from job candidates for conducting background verification. This document becomes necessary when an organization has made a conditional job offer and needs to verify the candidate's credentials, employment history, and other relevant information. It must comply with Hong Kong's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance and related employment laws, making it crucial for protecting both the employer's interests and the candidate's privacy rights. The form typically includes comprehensive details about the types of checks to be conducted, how the information will be used, who will have access to it, and the candidate's rights regarding their personal data. It serves as a legal safeguard for organizations while maintaining transparency in the hiring process.

1. Employee Information: Section for candidate to provide personal details including full name, HKID/passport number, date of birth, current address, and contact information

2. Scope of Background Check: Clear description of what will be verified (e.g., employment history, education, professional qualifications, criminal records, etc.)

3. Purpose Declaration: Statement explaining why the background check is being conducted and how the information will be used

4. Data Privacy Notice: Information about how personal data will be collected, stored, used, and protected in compliance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance

5. Third Party Disclosure: Information about which third parties will receive the data and for what purpose

6. Rights Declaration: Statement of the candidate's rights regarding their personal data, including right to access, correct, or request deletion

7. Authorization Statement: Clear statement of consent for the employer to conduct the background check and collect specified information

8. Signature Block: Space for candidate's signature, printed name, and date to confirm understanding and agreement