Right to Rent checks in 2026: the landlord's practical guide
Immigration Act 2014 checks still apply to every adult occupier in England. Here is the 2026 process, the digital route and the audit trail you need.
Right to Rent checks in 2026: the landlord's practical guide
Right to Rent is the legal duty on landlords in England to check, before a tenancy starts, that every adult occupier has the right to rent residential property. It is set by the Immigration Act 2014 and the Home Office Code of Practice on illegal immigrants and private rented accommodation. It applies only in England.
The three check routes at a glance
| Route | Best for | Evidence retained | Can transfer to agent? | |