How to carry out a right to work in the UK check

Author: Susie Munro

Summary

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• Understand why a valid right to work check is important.
• Carry out the check before the candidate begins work.
• Provide all candidates with the same information about the need for a check.
• Decide what type of right to work check to carry out.
• If carrying out a manual right to work check, obtain, check and copy acceptable documents.
• If using an IDSP, check the photograph and details on the report and retain a copy.
• If carrying out an online right to work check, check the profile page and retain a copy.
• If using the Employer Checking Service, provide the required information and keep a copy of the Positive Verification Notice.
• Diarise follow-up checks.
• Ensure compliance with limitations on the right to work.
• Be prepared to demonstrate compliance.