From this year landlords are required by the new Immigration Act to verify their tenants’ nationality and to establish whether they are legally allowed to be in the country, before renting a property to them. While landlords can pass this duty on to a rental agent (subject to a written agreement, of course), it does mean yet another burden for landlords. Some property is exempt, including social housing, student and tourist accommodation, but most privately rented accommodation will be impacted by this. Those who do not comply can face a fine of up to £3000!
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