Introduced by the Immigration Act 2014, Right to Rent checks require landlords to verify that tenants are legally allowed to rent in the UK.
- Applies to all tenants over the age of 18.
- Requires checking and copying approved identity documents.
- Landlords can face civil penalties up to £3,000 per tenant for failing to comply.
In South East London, where tenant diversity is high, this requirement is particularly important.