Identification requirements (accessible version)
Updated 9 March 2022
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Acceptable forms of identification for candidates – original documents only
General identification document rules
Documents must contain a photograph that is a true likeness of the candidate.
The document presented on the day of the test to confirm your identity must be the same document you used to register and book the test.
The details used to book your test must be as stated on the document provided. If you have changed your name you must also provide evidence in Section 2.
Acceptable documents – examples of acceptable documents
Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or Biometric Residence Card (BRC)
BRPs and BRCs are standalone and not affixed to any other documents. This must be in date.
European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland Identity Card
This must be in date.
Passport
Documents must be original and still valid.
Photocopies or expired (out of date) documents will not be accepted.
Travel document
This must be in date.
Emergency travel documents will not be accepted.
