ID1 Form - ID Verification

Yes we can using the new ID5 procedure from the Land Registry. The process is:

• 1
  You complete section A of the attached form and send to us. There is no need to send us original documents or a passport sized photo.

• 2
  Scan to us a copy, NOT the original, of your passport or a UK photo driving licence. Scan can be scanned by printer or a photo from your phone.

• 3
  A Zoom call is arranged with our solicitor.

• 4
  Completed ID1 and ID5 form are posted to you

Our ID1 and ID5 service uses the new Land Registry process for witnessing ID via video conference. Read more here - Land Registry - Section 8.1 - Evidence as to identity in form ID1.

Under Clause 2 of the Practice guide 67A: temporary changes to HM Land Registry’s evidence of identity requirements it states:

"Where a conveyancer verifies a person’s identity by way of a video call for the purpose of completing a form ID1 or ID2 they must also complete new form ID5. They must also take and retain a screenshot in colour of the person whose identity they are verifying and provide a copy of it along with the form ID5."

"The screenshot can be taken by either person. It must be in colour and show the faces of both people looking straight at the camera and each face must be sufficiently clear to enable a comparison with the photograph on the copy of the personal details page of the passports.

"Where verification is by a conveyancer the screenshot should only be of the person whose identity is being verified."

In the context of identity verification in the United Kingdom, "ID1" and "ID2" typically refer to specific forms or processes used to verify an individual's identity, and are necessary for applications to the government, especially the Land Registry.

ID1: Certificate of identity for a private individual

This document is required by Land Registry in order to confirm the identity of a person (ID1) in cases where they aren't having legal representation during a property or conveyancing transaction. A certificate confirming that the identity of the person has been verified must be signed by a solicitor or legal officer.

The ID1 form collects essential personal information required for the passport application process, such as the applicant's full name, date and place of birth, contact details, nationality, and any previous names or changes of name.

ID2: Certificate of identity for a body corporate.

The main difference between ID1 and ID2 forms is what qualifies them. ID1 forms are only designed for individuals to fill out; ID2 forms are made especially for businesses.

ID2 verification is used to prove the identity of a person for a company or corporate body, often the Director.  This is required to carry out a land or property transaction by the company or corporate body.

We only provide remote ID1 verification for clients who can provide an out of date passport or driving licence along with TWO of any of the following:

• Credit card bearing the Mastercard or Visa logo, an American Express or Diners Club card, or a debit or multi-function card bearing the Maestro or Visa logo which was issued in the United Kingdom and is supported by an account statement less than three months old*
• Utility bill less than three months old*
• Council tax bill for the current year
• Council rent book showing the rent paid for the last three months
• Mortgage statement for the mortgage accounting year just ended*
• Current firearm or shotgun certificate

* These must be postal statements; they must not be statements sent electronically.

We cannot accept any other form of ID.

ID1 Certificates only last three months.

HM Land Registry will not accept an ID1 with a photo that is more than 3 months old.

If you are seeing your solicitor face to face, then you will need to bring with you a passport sized photo. If you don't have one, we can print one for you.

If you are seeing your solicitor using Zoom, then you do not need a passport sized photo because the solicitor will complete an ID5 to confirm the ID1 was verified via video conference.

If you still have ID documents (even expired) in your married name, you will need these in your meeting. You will also need to provide your marriage certificate and, if you no longer have any documents in your married name, explain why.

Your solicitor will grant your ID1 verification at their own discretion.