They DO NOT need to hold a copy of your passport if you are opted out.

[rd409]

Okay then. Let me conclude this thread. Everyone agrees here that verifying the documents by the client/agency is acceptable for the contractor. There are few contractors who are skeptical about the agency taking a photocopy of the document, but are happy for the client to take one. The same way, there are agents who don't want to lose a good candidate, just because s/he is not happy about them taking a photo copy of any document. This is very similar to negotiating about the contract rate according to me. If both the parties agrees, then you have a deal, or else, one of them will walk away.

Peace all around.

[SueEllen]

Personally, if my boiler breaks down and I need a new one etc, then yes, I do insist on seeing registration documents - it's illegal and risky to use a non Corgi registered installer.

TAV it's Gassafe at the moment. I wouldn't want you to be asphyxiated.

[The Agents View]

TAV it's Gassafe at the moment. I wouldn't want you to be asphyxiated.

Thanks....I don't keep up with changes like that very well

And....you're a lousy liar

[Eyteedude]

Do agents send passport copies to client before starting contract.

I am pretty new to contracting and was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction.
I am in the process of securing a contract role through an agent and they demanded I send them copies of my passport for compliance bla bla bla.
Upon sending this, I got feedback from agent confirming interview and also requesting that I do a face-time, Skype video call or better still pop into their office so they verify who me is.

Questions:
1) Do agents legally have to send copies of passport to clients before interview for contract roles?
2) Is this a standard process or am I just being pushed about? (They wanting me to pop into their office)
3) Lastly, the wife has a registered company which I would like to operate through.How do I inform them of this as I do not want to use their umbrella company.

Any advice would be well appreciated.

Eyeteedude

[northernladuk]

I am pretty new to contracting and was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction.
I am in the process of securing a contract role through an agent and they demanded I send them copies of my passport for compliance bla bla bla.
Upon sending this, I got feedback from agent confirming interview and also requesting that I do a face-time, Skype video call or better still pop into their office so they verify who me is.

Questions:
1) Do agents legally have to send copies of passport to clients before interview for contract roles?
2) Is this a standard process or am I just being pushed about? (They wanting me to pop into their office)
3) Lastly, the wife has a registered company which I would like to operate through.How do I inform them of this as I do not want to use their umbrella company.

Any advice would be well appreciated.

Eyeteedude

You did read this thread didn't you? The agents are obliged (particularly if opted in) to verify you are who you say and also that you are allowed to work. It's up to them if they are willing to take a risk not doing it face to face but it is the only way to do it properly.

They are not legally obliged to do it before interview but in this day and age with so many overseas contractors there is some sense in making sure you are wasting time with someone that isn't eligible to do the work.

There are a couple of standard methods of advising agents of things. Some of the lesser used ones are ESP and sign language. I am sure you are aware of the other methods...

[Ticktock]

There are a couple of standard methods of advising agents of things. Some of the lesser used ones are ESP and sign language. I am sure you are aware of the other methods...

I found that not all agents are completely up to date with the latest technology, so you sometimes may need to revert to interpretive dancing or an abstract acryllic painting.

[northernladuk]

I know a colleague who is partially sighted, so no Drivers License and doesn't have a passport.

What is your plan now all knowing one?

There are many other documents allowable. It's on an HMRC list somewhere but CBA to find it.

[GazCol]

I know a colleague who is partially sighted, so no Drivers License and doesn't have a passport.

What is your plan now all knowing one?

An official letter or document from a government agency (eg HM Revenue and Customs, Department for Work and Pensions, or the Social Security Agency in Northern Ireland) showing their National Insurance number and their full birth, adoption certificate or naturalisation certificate

[TheFaQQer]

I know a colleague who is partially sighted,

Is it Stevie Wonder?

[TheFaQQer]

I know a colleague who is partially sighted, so no Drivers License and doesn't have a passport.

What is your plan now all knowing one?

Get their employer to certify that they have undertaken checks and the employee has the right to work in the UK. Include that the employer can be held legally responsible if found otherwise.