Identity proof
We need to see two forms of identity proof for you and your partner. Proof can be any from the following list:
- Birth certificate, marriage certificate or divorce, separation, or annulment papers (in your current name). (If your name has changed following marriage, send your marriage certificate as well)
- Passport (current and valid) or National Identity card
- TV Licence
- Department for Work and Pensions benefit award letter
- Medical card
- Gas, electricity, phone, water rates bill (but not a mobile phone bill) for the last quarter
- Driving licence - full or provisional
- Tax Credit award letter
- Bank statement
- Certificate of employment in HM Forces or Merchant Navy
- Letter from solicitor, social worker or probation officer
- Home Office standard acknowledgement letter (SAL1 or SAL2)
- Residence Permit or Aliens Registration Certificate or Immigration and Nationality Directorate Travel Document or Worker’s Registration Certificate
- Payslip in your name