Question 1

What is a Right to Rent check?

Accepted Answer

A Right to Rent check is a legal requirement under the Immigration Act 2014. UK landlords must verify that all adult tenants have the legal right to rent property in England. MyChecksAI makes this process instant using AI-powered identity verification.

Question 2

Are AML and PEPs checks required for letting agents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. From 14 May 2025, all UK letting agents are legally required to carry out AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks and screen for PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons) and sanctions on all tenants, landlords, and guarantors. Failure to comply can result in unlimited fines or up to 2 years' imprisonment.

Question 3

How long does a tenant reference check take?

Accepted Answer

With MyChecksAI, most checks are completed in minutes — not days. Our AI platform automates the verification process, so you get reliable results fast and can proceed with lettings without delay.

Question 4

Do I need a subscription to use MyChecksAI?

Accepted Answer

No. MyChecksAI operates on a pay-per-check basis. You only pay for the checks you run — no monthly fees, no minimum commitment.