Problem proving identity for UC

Hi,

I am currently in the Support Group of ESA. Today I received the letter from the DWP, telling me I have to apply for UC.

I am worried it will be impossible for me to prove my identity. As both of my parents are from the USA, I only have an American passport, even though I was born in the UK, and have lived here my whole life. Equally problematic is that my passport is 30 years old, and therefore expired. A few years ago, I looked into applying for a British passport (as I do have dual citizenship) but, because of my unusual circumstances, the application process was too complex and difficult for me to manage, with my severe health issues. I have no drivers license. I have my birth certificate but no valid photo ID.

Has anyone managed to prove their identity, for UC, without any photo ID?

Trying not to panic.

Many thanks, in advance, for any info or suggestions.

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Thank you Chris and David. I hope someone may share their experience. I will update, here, with what I find out. Cheers

Hi. I don't have a driving licence or passport and have looked this up. There are a number of other documents you can take, such as rental, bank cards are also accepted as a form of ID, or a P60. If they still aren't happy, they can do a biographical check where they phone you (or see you in person) and ask you questions recorded on their system that only you would know.

Hope this help, it is all online if you search acceptable forms of ID.