Virtual right to work checks due to end in 2022…

The government has announced that the temporary arrangements for carrying out right to work checks have been extended again and will now end on 5 April 2022.

This means that checks can continue to be carried out over video calls and job applicants and existing workers can send scanned documents or a photograph of documents for checks using email or a mobile app, rather than sending originals.

There is also the Home Office Employer Checking Service available for employers where a prospective or existing employee is unable to provide the documents due to an outstanding appeal, review or application with the Home Office, or any other reasons set out: Home Office Employer Checking Service  and the employee agrees to the online check being carried out.