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How does Right To Rent work

To carry out Right to Rent we must;

  • Check an original item of identification (see allowed documents below) to make sure you have the right to live in the UK legally.

  • Check the documents of any other adult occupiers aged 18 or older living at the property, even if they are not named on the tenancy agreement.

  • Make copies of the documents and securely store them throughout the tenancy and for at least one year afterwards.

  • Make follow up checks where identification is time-limited, e.g. a student visa.

  • Return original documents once the check is finished.

  • Acceptable documents include a UK/EU passport and a permanent residence card or travel document showing indefinite leave to remain.