traders
Accepted proof of ID
The form of ID submitted for your vetting checks must be a different document to the proof of address. This applies to all owners / directors listed on the application form. You cannot use one form of identification for both name and address.
Accepted proof of ID
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Current signed passport
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Original birth certificate
UK birth certificate issued within 12 months of the date of birth in full form, including those issued by UK authorities overseas such as Embassies High Commissions and HM Forces.
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EEA member state identity card
Can also be used as evidence of address if it carries this.
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Current UK or EEA photocard driving licence
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Full old-style driving licence
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National identity card bearing a photograph of the applicant
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Photographic registration cards
For self-employed individuals in the construction industry - CIS4
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Benefit book or original notification letter from Benefits Agency
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Firearms or shotgun certificate
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Residence permit
As issued by the Home Office to EEA nationals on sight of own country passport.
Accepted proof of address
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Utility bill
Gas, electric, satellite television, landline phone bill issued within the last three months
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Local authority council tax bill
For the current council tax year
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Current UK driving licence
Only if not used for proof of ID
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Bank, Building Society or Credit Union statement or passbook
Dated within the last three months
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Original mortgage statement
From a recognised lender issued for the last full year
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Solicitor's letter
Dated within the last three months confirming recent house purchase or land registry confirmation of address
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Council or housing association rent card or tenancy agreement
For the current year
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Benefit book or original notification letter from Benefits Agency
Only if not used as proof of ID
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HMRC self-assessment letters or tax demand
Dated within the current financial year
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Electoral Register entry
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NHS medical card or letter of confirmation
From GP’s practice of registration with the surgery
We cannot accept:
Provisional driving licences
Mobile phone bills
Credit card statements.