From 1 February 2016, landlords who let property in England will have to carry out checks to make sure potential or current tenants (including lodgers) aged 18 or over, have the right to rent property in the UK.
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Landlords can expect to be fined up to £3000, per individual, if they are found to be letting a home to a tenant, who is not allowed to stay in the UK.

Are you affected?

You are affected if you are:

• A landlord renting private accommodation; or
• A landlord or tenant allowing a lodger to live in a property; or
• A tenant or occupier sub-letting a property; or
• An agent working on behalf of a landlord and you have taken on the responsibility of complying with the scheme; and
• The tenancy was agreed after the implementation of the scheme in your area; and
• Your property is not *exempt from the scheme

How can People Force assist?

People Force are an OISC regulated Immigration firm which means we are qualified by law to advise and perform services in this area. We can:

• Check documents that prove ‘Right to Rent’
• Retain acceptable documents for the duration of the tenancy
• Flag relevant dates where tenant’s documents may expire meaning their ability to rent will expire
• Provide reports to landlords or agents on the status of their tenants
• Assist any tenants that may have immigration issues with solutions to ensure they can remain in their accommodation
• Provide landlords and agents with a more comprehensive advice line service over and above what the Home Office will administer
• Carry out “Landlord Checking Service” checks ensuring landlords have statutory excuse against civil penalties
• Provide a bespoke solution to meet your specific needs

*Additional information on which properties are exempt from the scheme can be provided on request.

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Right to Rent Flyer

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