Land Registry : Knowledge Base

Can you tell me my current address(es) in the register?
You can check your current address(es) in the register by using the Updating registered owners� cont...
Why do you need this information about my identity?
Properties are usually the most valuable assets people own. They can be sold and mortgaged to raise ...
Can I still write to you to change my address?
You can still write to us to change your address for service but you must provide the additional ide...
What if I only want to confirm my contact address? Do I still need to supply additional information?
No. You can use the Updating registered owners� contact address form to check the contact details we...
Is this new practice for updating details a permanent arrangement?
The new requirements for change of address applications will be reviewed after six months. However, ...
I am one of several owners of a property and we all want to change our contact details. Do we all need to provide ID information?
There are two ways to update the contact address for other owners of a property. One owner acts on...
Why do I have to send in a photo?
Along with the other information you provide, a recent passport-size photograph, where your face is ...
Do I need to have my photo certified or signed?
No.
Won�t this form make it easier for fraudsters to change an owner�s address?
No. We can use the information provided by you to verify your identity. We cannot inform you how we ...
Why can�t I have more than three addresses in the register?
The Land Registration Rules 2003, part of the legislation we operate under, restricts the maximum nu...
Why have you sent me a �notice�?
One of the steps we take to prevent wrongful registration is to send you a �notice� (an official let...
Why do you need my contact details?
This is because we may need to write to you when we receive an application regarding your property. ...
Will anyone be able to get a copy of my form or ID evidence?
No. Any document kept by the registrar as evidence of identity is not available to the public. Land ...
Can I apply on behalf of my mother/father/etc?
Yes. You do not need to supply identity evidence information for them but you must supply identity e...
Why do you allow anyone to see my registration details?
The Land Register is open to the public to assist the buying and selling of property and land. It he...
What do I do if change my address again? From where can I get another form?
If you change your address again it is important that you contact us using the Updating registered o...
I own several properties. Do I need to complete a separate form for each one?
There is limited space in section 2 of the Updating registered owners� contact address form in which...
Can I apply online or by phone?
No. Due to security reasons, we cannot confirm or change your contact details over the phone or onli...
I lodge original documents or will copies be sufficient?
Please do not lodge original documents. Photocopies will be sufficient.
How many contact addresses can I have?
You can have up to three contact addresses in our register. We need at least one postal address, but...
Why can't you bring back land and charge certificates? These helped to prevent fraud.
The fact that someone held a land or charge certificate was not proof that they were the owner on th...
I don't have a British passport. Can I use a passport from another country?
You can use a non-British passport provided English is used (in conjunction with any other language)...