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What proof of address (POA) documents does Verify accept?

We accept the following documents for proof of address (POA):

  • UK Driving License‍—‌only when not used as proof of income. Must be in date and must include the front and back of the licence
  • Bank or Building Society Statement‍—‌must be dated in the last 3 months and clearly show the name and address
  • Utility Bill- must be dated in the last 3 months and clearly show the name and address
  • Benefits or DWP Pension confirmation‍—‌must be dated in the last 12 months and clearly show the name and address
  • Council Tax Bill‍—‌must be dated for the current tax year and clearly show the name and address
  • HMRC Letter‍—‌must be dated in the last 3 months and clearly show the name and address
  • Tenancy Agreement‍—‌must clearly show the name and address of the applicant
  • Council Rent Card - must clearly show the name and address of the applicant
  • Firearms or Shotgun Licence‍—‌must be valid and clearly show the name and address of the applicant
  • Bankruptcy Order‍—‌must clearly show the name and address of the applicant
  • Mortgage Statement‍—‌must be dated in the last 12 months and clearly show the name and address
  • Inland Revenue Notice of Tax‍—‌must be dated for the current tax year and clearly show the name and address
  • Solicitor Letter‍—‌must be dated in the last 3 months and clearly show the name and address of the applicant. Must be on headed paper and provide contact name and details for the solicitor that produced the letter

If you have any questions, contact support@griffin.com.

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Written by Mo BackerUpdated 20 August 2025

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