Last reviewed 27 October 2026 · FormLL editorial team · Checked against HM Land Registry guidance
In a transfer of equity, any party who is not represented by a conveyancer must have their identity verified on form ID1. Most often that is the person being removed from the title, because the conveyancer typically acts for the people remaining or the lender. If the title also has a Form LL restriction, a compliance certificate is needed for the transfer too, and the same identity call can usually support both.
Who usually needs the ID1
| Scenario | Who typically needs ID1 |
|---|---|
| Removing an ex-partner after separation | The person leaving, if they have no solicitor |
| Adding a new partner | Anyone not represented by the conveyancer |
| Parent gifting a share to a child | Any party acting for themselves |
| DIY transfer with no conveyancer at all | Every party |
When Form LL is also on the title
A transfer of equity is a disposition by the registered owner, so a Form LL restriction must be complied with. That means a conveyancer's certificate confirming the person signing the transfer is the registered owner. Many owners also use the moment to remove the restriction. See Form LL and transfer of equity.
Step by step
- Agree the transfer. The TR1 (or TP1 for part) is drafted and agreed, and the lender consents if there is a mortgage.
- Identify who is unrepresented. Anyone without a conveyancer acting for them needs an ID1.
- Verify by video. Each unrepresented person has a short call with the solicitor; ID1 and ID5 are completed.
- Deal with any restriction. If Form LL is on the title, obtain the compliance certificate for the transfer, or remove the restriction as part of the same exercise.
- Lodge everything together. Application form, transfer deed, ID forms and any certificate go to HM Land Registry in one application.
Keep it within three months
The ID1 must be dated within three months of the application. Get it done once the transfer deed is agreed, not at the start.
Book: ID1 + ID5 by video, £100 inc VAT per person. Need the whole transfer handled? See transfer of equity.
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Start my enquiryFrequently asked questions
Does the person being removed need a solicitor?
They do not have to instruct their own solicitor for the transfer, but if no conveyancer acts for them HM Land Registry needs an ID1 verifying their identity. Some lenders also require independent legal advice.
Can the ID1 and Form LL certificate be done on one call?
Often yes. Tell us both are needed and the solicitor will quote and arrange them together.
Sources
- HM Land Registry Practice Guide 67 — Evidence of identity
- HM Land Registry form ID1 — Verify identity (private individual)
- HM Land Registry Practice Guide 19 — Notices, restrictions and protection of third-party interests
- SAM Conveyancing — transfer of equity process and ID1
Facts on this page were checked against the sources above on 27 October 2026. HM Land Registry fees and practice can change; your solicitor confirms the current position before anything is lodged.