What is Remote ID5 Verification and when do you need it?
Remote ID5 verification allows you to confirm your identity online through a live video call when completing an ID1 form. You will need it if you are not using a solicitor or conveyancer and want to verify your identity remotely.
HM Land Registry requires the ID5 form in these situations to confirm that a certified professional has properly checked your identity through a secure, real-time process.
How remote ID5 Verification works (step-by-step)
Here is how you complete the process with a trusted online service:
- Book Your Appointment: You choose a time that works best for your schedule using a secure booking form.
- Upload Your Documents: You submit a valid photo ID like a passport and a recent proof of address (dated within 3 months).
- Join the Video Call: You join a live video call with a certified verifier who confirms your identity using your photo ID, reviews your details, and watches you sign the ID1 form (digitally or on paper, depending on the method).
- Receive Your Completed Forms: After the call, the verifier sends you the fully completed ID1 and ID5 forms, ready to submit to HM Land Registry.
Why does HM Land Registry accept Remote ID5 Verification?
HM Land Registry accepts remote ID5 verification because it meets their security and legal standards. A qualified professional carries out the identity check over a live video call and completes both the ID1 and ID5 forms correctly.
This process verifies your identity securely without an in-person meeting and helps prevent fraud in property transactions.
Why choose remote verification?
You get several benefits when you choose to verify your ID remotely:
- You avoid travel and save time
- You can complete the process from anywhere — even overseas
- You receive your forms quickly, often within 24 hours
- You follow Land Registry guidance without visiting a solicitor
- You enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience
Final thoughts
Remote ID5 verification gives you a fast and convenient way to complete your identity check without leaving home. As long as a certified verifier handles the process through a video call, HM Land Registry will accept your forms just as they would with an in-person meeting.
