Federal Investigative Services

This site is for use by Federal Security offices and other offices that submit investigation requests to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) or follow OPM guidance on security and suitability programs. No classified or sensitive security information is displayed on this site, and none should be submitted to it.

What's New

• Extension of Deadline to Fully Implement Revised 5 CFR 731 Suitability Regulations
• New Publication: Q & A about Background Investigations

Publications

• New Publication: Q & A about Background Investigations
• Requesting OPM Personnel Investigations - INV-15 Booklet [1.58 MB]
• Federal Investigations Notices
• Executive Orders

Helpful Tips and Forms

• Adjudication
• Freedom of Information/Privacy
• Security
• DOD Notices
• Office of Personnel Management Electronic Forms