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What is sufficient I.D

kimbutler
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Please can anyone help me with this matter, I have never had a passport and neither do I have a driving license so the only official I.D I have is my freedom pass, which was issued to me by the local council and has a photo of myself on it, is this acceptable as I.D, any answers would be most appreciated.
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kimbutler said:Please can anyone help me with this matter, I have never had a passport and neither do I have a driving license so the only official I.D I have is my freedom pass, which was issued to me by the local council and has a photo of myself on it, is this acceptable as I.D, any answers would be most appreciated.1
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Scroll down to Proof of identity checklist for individuals, standard ID requirements
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bristolleedsfan said:Scroll down to Proof of identity checklist for individuals, standard ID requirements
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I registered at a new GP practice and was asked to bring photo identification and proof of address. I took along my photocard driving licence. The Receptionist wouldn’t accept it and wanted TWO documents, one with a photo and one with an address. I pointed out the driving licence was a government-issued document with my photo AND my address so it proves both my identity and my address. She insisted on two separate documents. Just then, one of the doctors came into reception and overheard the discussion and asked what was the problem. I explained, he said ‘fine’. I always get a frosty look from the receptionist nowadays0
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Mickey666 said:I registered at a new GP practice and was asked to bring photo identification and proof of address. I took along my photocard driving licence. The Receptionist wouldn’t accept it and wanted TWO documents, one with a photo and one with an address. I pointed out the driving licence was a government-issued document with my photo AND my address so it proves both my identity and my address. She insisted on two separate documents. Just then, one of the doctors came into reception and overheard the discussion and asked what was the problem. I explained, he said ‘fine’. I always get a frosty look from the receptionist nowadaysShe was techically right though - from the offical government link @bristolleedsfan provided earlier;
Proof of identity checklist for individuals
You cannot use one form of identification for both name and address.
For example, if you provide your driving licence as proof of your name you must provide another form of identification for your address, such as a utility bill.
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I guess the doctor out-ranked the receptionistStupid rule though, don't you think? Especially when using a government issued document - if you can't trust that, who can you trust?1
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