Permission to Obtain a Background Check is a written authorization allowing an individual or entity to access and view an individual's personal information in order to conduct a background check. This type of permission is typically requested for employment purposes, credit applications, or for other activities that require an individual to undergo a background check. There are two types of Permission to Obtain a Background Check: self-permission and third-party permission. Self-permission is when the individual seeking the background check provides written permission to the individual or entity performing the check. Third-party permission is when the individual seeking the background check authorizes another person or entity to provide written permission on their behalf.