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Right to Rent Checks: A user guide for tenants and landlordsContents: Introduction List A & List B Document information Landlord & Tenant FAQs November 2020Letter templatesIntroductionThis document

How to fill out right to rent checks

How to fill out right to rent checks

1. Obtain the required documents from the tenant, such as their passport, visa, or biometric residence permit.
2. Verify the authenticity of the documents by checking for any signs of tampering or forgery.
3. Check the expiration dates on the documents to ensure they are still valid.
4. Compare the tenant's personal details on the documents with the information they have provided on the rental application.
5. Keep a record of the documents checked and the date they were verified.
6. If the tenant's right to rent is time-limited, set a reminder to conduct future checks before their permission expires.
7. If any doubts or discrepancies arise during the verification process, seek advice from the Home Office or a legal professional.

Who needs right to rent checks?

1. Landlords and letting agents in the United Kingdom are required to conduct right to rent checks.
2. Any individual or organization involved in renting out residential properties, including private landlords, estate agents, and property management companies, needs to perform these checks.
3. It applies to both new and existing tenancies, regardless of the length of the lease or whether the tenant pays rent.
4. The legislation aims to prevent illegal migrants from accessing rental properties without proper permission or documentation.

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What is right to rent checks?

Right to rent checks are assessments landlords must conduct to ensure that prospective tenants have the legal right to reside in the UK.

Who is required to file right to rent checks?

Landlords and property agents are required to conduct right to rent checks on all prospective tenants before renting out a property.

How to fill out right to rent checks?

To fill out right to rent checks, landlords must obtain original documents from applicants that demonstrate their right to reside and record relevant details, including document types and dates.

What is the purpose of right to rent checks?

The purpose of right to rent checks is to prevent individuals without the legal right to rent in the UK from being able to secure accommodation, thereby helping to reduce illegal immigration.

What information must be reported on right to rent checks?

Landlords must report the type of documents checked, the names of the individuals, and any relevant dates to demonstrate compliance with the regulations.