Sections 20-37 of the [Immigration Act 2014][1]  require landlords to check the immigration
status of their prospective tenants - and all prospective occupants over 18 - before they let out a property. 

What are the restrictions that could prevent a visitor, worker, student, spouse, or tourist from renting a flat or apartment? What are the penalties?  Must I show a prospective landlord my ENTIRE travel history? Can the landlord make photocopies and thus expose me to identity theft?  Will the landlord keep my documents safe?  Most importantly, how much extra time should I plan for when renting accommodation to allow for this new rule?


  [1]: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/22/contents/enacted