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copy of passport requested

  • 17-09-2009 6:47pm
    #1
    ditchdigger
    Closed Accounts Posts: 31 ✭


    I've applied for a job in the uk and the recruiter has emailed back looking for a copy if my passport.

    This seems a bit dodgy to me. Has anyone else come across this before?


Comments

  • #2
    Pete67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,257 ✭✭✭Pete67


    Probably just checking that you are entitled to work in the EU - i.e don't need a work permit or visa etc.


  • #3
    Buffman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,875 ✭✭✭Buffman


    If you have done your homework on the company and it seems genuine, I'd be ok about sending a copy. You can edit out all the sensitive info (DOB, Passport Number, etc...) and just leave in your name and photo, which is the only info they should require.

    You are right to be cautious, a lot of scammers are taking advantage of people who are under pressure to find jobs and feel they have to give a potential employer lots of personal information.

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    You don't have to take a 'smart' meter if you don't want one, opt-out is available.

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  • #4
    Mairead1975
    Closed Accounts Posts: 50 ✭✭Mairead1975


    Id agree - would approach with caution - make sure the person works in the agency, so call them and check them out online. It can be standard practice, but in fairness if you've spoken to them it should be obvious!
    M


  • #5
    Deadeyes
    Closed Accounts Posts: 167 ✭✭Deadeyes


    This is because of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, Google for more info. It is not a legal requirement to have a copy of your passport, although they may claim it is, but they need to be able to prove to the Govt. that they performed proper checks and that's the easiest way.


  • #6
    KarlDrake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 150 ✭✭KarlDrake


    ditchdigger wrote: »
    I've applied for a job in the uk and the recruiter has emailed back looking for a copy if my passport.

    This seems a bit dodgy to me. Has anyone else come across this before?


    A lot of big recruiters use Sarbannes Oxley regulations and their system won't place people unless they have scanned id. It's nothing to worry about and standard operating procedure for a lot of places.


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