okay thanks. I do not know what background check would mean in our case but we did submit our Shedule A on May 24th 2017 after my wife got an email, requesting for the same. PCC we submitted upfront so that shouldnt be it.
Currently the gckey says the following :
Application status We are processing your application. We will send you a message when there is an update or if we need more information from you. Help
Review of eligibility We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements. Help
Review of medical results You passed the medical exam. Help
Review of additional documents The additional documents you provided have been uploaded. Help
Interview You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes. Help
Biometrics We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes. Help
Background check Your application is in progress. We will send you a message when we start your background check. Help
Final decision Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.
In this case the background check isn't so much for police stuff as it is a genuine relationship and intent that they are evaluating. Of course they will check criminal history as well but the background check is basically that they are checking over your application making sure everything is good and getting ready to make a decision.