A recent survey conducted by Xydus, found that almost half (48 per cent) of businesses are unprepared for the upcoming changes to right to work checks, so here’s how you can get ready for the changes coming into force on the 1st October. The survey also found that more than three-quarters (78 per cent) did not know they could face imprisonment if non-compliant with the new checks – so be warned! 
The changes, which will be implemented on 1 October, mean that, if you are continuing to carrying out digital right to work checks, employers will need to use a government identity service providers (IDSPs) to conduct these checks.
The current right to work check guidelines were put in place to allow for remote working during the pandemic. Employers have been able to temporarily carry out checks on right to work documents using video calls, emails or through apps, instead of using original copies of documents. These measures are due to end on 30 September.
If employers want to carry out digital checks, the government recommends employers use a certified IDSPs – meaning that only digital images of personal documents taken using the certified technology are permitted. Records must be kept for two years after an employee exits the business.
In-person right to work checks remain unaffected. You can find a list of the certified IDSP’s here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/digital-identity-certification-for-right-to-work-right-to-rent-and-criminal-record-checks/digital-identity-certification-for-right-to-work-right-to-rent-and-criminal-record-checks
