Question 1

Why is it important to conduct a Right to Work check?

Accepted Answer

Conducting a Right to Work check is essential for legal compliance and protecting your business. UK law requires employers to confirm a candidate’s right to work before hiring. Failure to do so can result in fines, legal action, and damage to your company’s reputation.

Question 2

What is a Statutory Excuse, and how does it protect employers?

Accepted Answer

A Statutory Excuse is a legal protection for employers who have properly conducted a Right to Work check. By verifying documentation and completing an imposter check (comparing the candidate’s identity with their documents), employers are protected from fines if an individual is later found to be working illegally.

Question 3

Why use a digital Right to Work check instead of a paper-based one?

Accepted Answer

A digital Right to Work check uses a certified Identity Service Provider to verify your candidate’s status online. It is faster, cleaner and Home Office compliant for eligible candidates.

Question 4

What documents are needed for a Right to Work check?

Accepted Answer

Common documents for a Right to Work check include a valid UK or Irish passport, a biometric residence permit, or a visa. Non-UK nationals may need additional documentation, depending on their immigration status. The Home Office provides a full list of acceptable documents.

Question 5

Can I outsource my Right to Work checks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can outsource Right to Work checks to a certified provider. Our service handles all aspects of the check, from document verification to digital ID checks, helping employers stay compliant without the administrative burden.

Question 6

Do I need to re-check an employee’s Right to Work status?

Accepted Answer

For employees with time-limited work permissions, you must conduct follow-up checks before their right to work expires. This ensures ongoing compliance. For those with indefinite permission, one initial check is usually sufficient unless there are significant changes.

Question 7

What happens if a candidate fails the Right to Work check?

Accepted Answer

If a candidate fails the Right to Work check, you cannot legally employ them. We will inform you of the issue, and you may need to explore other candidates or ask the individual to provide additional documentation if available.

Right to Work Checks.

What is a Right to Work Check?

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View the results! (or retrieve via API in to your ATS).

Initiate the checks you want, when you want.

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