ID1, ID2 or ID5? Understand the Difference

Need to get your identity verified for a property deal, transferring ownership, dealing with probate, setting up a power of attorney, or even just for a licence or certificate? Our friendly team of fully qualified conveyancing solicitors is here to help. They're the experts you can trust to handle your ID1, ID2, and ID5 checks smoothly and reliably.

Whether you're an individual sorting out your own property matters, representing a company, or need to do this remotely, we'll guide you through the process with clear, straightforward advice and genuine care. We'll make sure everything is spot on, so you can feel confident moving forward.

1. NAVIGATING ID FORMS FOR PROPERTY
DEALS: ID1, ID2, OR IDS?
There are several identity verification forms used in property and legal transactions, and it's
important to choose the right one for your situation.
Whether you're an individual or a company, or you're completing your verification remotely,the
table below outlines the key differences between the IDl , ID2, and ID5 forms to help you
understand which applies to your case.
FEATURE 101 FORM 102 FORM 105 FORM
PURPOS
E
Verifies identity of an
individual involved in
property or land
transactions.
Verifies identity of a
corporate body
involved in land
transactions.
Confirms remote video
identity verification for
IOI or ID2.
WHO
NEEDS
IT
Private individuals
(buyers, sellers,
executors, etc.)
Companies, LLPs, or
corporate entities
Individuals using
remote verification
(instead of in person)
USED
FOR
Land Registry
applications (e.g.,
transfers, leases)
Land Registry
applications involving
companies
Supplements ID1/ID2
when verification is
done via video call
VERIFIER
REQUIRE
D
Solicitor, notary, or
licensed conveyancer
Must be completed by
a conveyancer
Solicitor, notary, or
licensed conveyancer
FORM
INCLUDE
S
Photo ID, address,
signature, certifier's
details
Company details,
authorised signatory
ID
Certifies video call took
place and confirms ID
was checked
REMOTE
OPTION?
Only witJ1
accompanying ID5
form
Only with
accompanying 105
form
Yes, this is the remote
verification
confirmation form
COMMON
USE
CASES
•Selling property
without a solicitor
•Power of attorney
•Probate
•Company land
transfers
•Corporate leases
•Overseas clients
•Clients unable to
attend in person