Proof of Address and Identity
Essential Identity and Address Documents for Renting or Buying with Kallars Estate Agents
Having the correct identity and address documents is crucial when renting or purchasing a property in England. Kallars Estate Agents provides these documents for clients to help ensure compliance with UK regulations and facilitate a smooth property transaction.
Why These Documents Matter
Identity and address verification is required to protect against fraud and comply with legal standards, including the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Right to Rent regulations. These checks confirm a client's eligibility and make property transactions safer.
Key Documents Required
Identity documents
• Passport
• Photocard driving licence*
• EEA Identity card
• National Identity card (non-EEA)
• Residence Permit (Home Office issued)
• Firearms/Shotgun certificate
• Photographic registration cards (self-employed individuals and partnerships in the construction industry)
• Benefit book or original notification letter confirming the right to benefits
• Tax bill/statement
• Birth and/or Marriage certificate
Address documents
• Utility bill†
• Bank statement†
• Credit card statement†
• Council tax bill
• Mortgage statement†
• Photocard driving licence*
• Court document
• Current lease
• Solicitor's house purchase letter
*Photocard driving licence can be used for ID or address (not both)
†Must be less than 3 months old
These documents will need to be certified, this can be done in one of the following ways:
- Bring the original documents with you when you meet with us in person;
- Provide a copy or photograph of the original documents before a pre-arranged video meeting and have the originals available at that meeting,
- Arrange for a solicitor local to you to certify the documents and send these to us.
