Job offer rescinded

This status usually means an offer that was previously extended is no longer active.

Last updated: 2026-02-22

Also seen as: job offer rescinded, offer rescinded

Definition

Job offer rescinded usually means the employer has withdrawn a prior offer before start-date onboarding was finalized.

What’s usually happening behind the scenes

Employers may be processing budget changes, policy outcomes, role changes, or screening-related decisions.

Why it stays in this status

Once rescinded, the offer record is commonly finalized as closed in the hiring system.

How long it usually lasts

It usually remains final for that specific offer instance.

What usually doesn’t help

Sending repeated escalation messages through multiple channels usually does not reverse a closed record quickly.

When action might make sense

If documents, approvals, or onboarding steps remain unchanged beyond the timeline you were given, a concise follow-up is often reasonable after several business days to about one week.

Related statuses

• Background check cleared, waiting
• Background check pending
• Offer accepted but no start date
• Pending background screening invitation

Disclaimer

This content is general guidance and does not provide legal or employment advice.