Proof of address when renting a room
Banks, employers and services often ask for proof of address. In a new room, it helps to build it up early.
What organisations commonly accept
- A bank statement or letter from your bank showing your new address.
- Your tenancy agreement; see tenancy agreement.
- Official letters sent to you at the address.
Each organisation decides what it accepts, so check its requirements before you send anything.
Build it up early
- Update your bank and employer first; see the admin checklist.
- Use your full name on all post; see post and parcels.
- Keep digital copies in one folder.
Landlord ID checks are separate; see right to rent checks.
This is general information, not advice. See how renting with us works.
Common questions
What can I use as proof of address in a rented room?
Common documents are a bank statement, a letter from your employer or a tenancy agreement. Check what the organisation asking accepts.
Can my landlord give me a letter?
You can ask. A letter confirming your tenancy is a reasonable request, though each organisation decides what it accepts.
How do I get post in my name quickly?
Update your address with your bank and employer first, as their letters are widely accepted.