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The adjustments to right to rent checks introduced on 30 March 2020 as part of the response to COVID-19, ended on 30 September 2022. See guidance about the adjusted process.
As of 1 October 2022, landlords must carry out the prescribed checks set out in this guidance.
This guidance provides landlords with information about the rules for document checks, examples of acceptable documents and frequently asked questions.
Landlords will also be able to find information on:
checking the validity of documents
retaining evidence
what you can do if you do not have standard identity documents
Published 15 January 2016 Last updated 23 March 2023 +show all updates
Adjustments to right to rent checks introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic ended on 30 September 2022.
Updated information about adjusted online checks.
There are updates in the user guide about the ending of the temporary adjusted checks.
Updated information for landlords carrying out right to work checks from 1 October.
Updated guidance published, changes are detailed on page 3.
This guidance is being updated and will be available soon.
Added accessible HTML version.
Updated information relating to the way in which those with outstanding EUSS applications evidence their right to rent.
Withdrawn out of date guidance.
Updated guidance due to legislation change.
Because of coronavirus (COVID-19) there are temporary changes to the way you can check documents. Added a link to guidance about the adjusted process.
