
Docs/ID Needed
DOCUMENTATION NEEDED TO DRIVE
What must you obtain from your client, prior to the hire commencement?
Copy of the photo card drivers’ licence (Address & ID must be up to date)
Online licence check – Check someone’s driving licence information. Please note, DVLA licence checks can only be carried out on driving licences issues from mainland UK
Two proof of address from separate sources (Must meet all mentioned criteria below)
Cleared a traceable security deposit (BACS, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Cheque etc. – amount not specified)
Signed rental agreement
From 1st August 2021, Green Cards will no longer be mandatory for driving within EU
Additional criteria:
Must meet the specified age limits within your policy and have at least 2 years driving experience (Full UK, EU Licence types)
Two, 3 point convictions are acceptable (i.e. 2x Sp30’s, 3pts each) without referral. Single convictions totalling 6 points+ will require referral unless otherwise specified below
No more than 1 fault or outstanding accident/claim/incident in the last 3 years
Proof of address
You must provide a total of 2 proofs of address from the following: – 1x primary proof of address and 1x secondary proof of address, or 2x primary proof of address
What is acceptable?
Primary Proof of Address
Electricity
Water
Gas
Broadband/Landline (Including Sky/Virgin/BT)
Council tax
TV licence
Bank Statement
Credit card bill / statement
Mortgage statement
Polling card
HMRC self-assessment / tax credit / DWP
Secondary Proof of Address
Student loan
Shotgun licence
Payslip
Mobile Phone Bills
Pension letters
Car Finance Statement
Loan Statement
Property deed
An annual council tax bill will be accepted. All other documents must be dated within 90 days of the hire date. The address & name on your licence must match both documents.
What is declined?
Any document relating to insurance and any document that does not meet the above mentioned criteria – please contact us if you are unsure. (Further criteria may apply – please review the most recent documentation issued by insurers).






