Insurance Requirements
Everything you need to know before hiring a van with us — including DVLA checks and required documentation.
DVLA Licence Check
You must generate a licence check code before hiring.
Before hiring, you must generate a licence check code from the DVLA website. Provide that code when booking so we can complete your licence check.
Generate Your DVLA Check CodeInsurance Conditions
To hire a van from Lytham Van Hire, you must provide proof of identity and address. All customers must be between the ages of 21 and 78 and hold a full UK driving licence. Points or offences on your licence may affect your ability to hire a van or the insurance premium charged.
Proof of Identity (Table A)
All documents must include the hirer's full name.
| Document |
|---|
| Current UK Full Photocard Driving Licence and DVLA Convictions Verification Page |
| Current EU National ID Photocard and driving licence |
| Current firearms certificate or shotgun licence |
| Old style UK Driving Licence (no photo) |
Proof of Address (Table B)
All documents must include the hirer's name and current address.
| Document | Validity |
|---|---|
| Credit card statement | Last 3 months |
| Benefits Agency / Local Authority letter | Last 12 months |
| Bank / Building Society statement | Last 3 months |
| Council Tax bill | Current financial year |
| Tenancy Agreement | Last 12 months |
| HMRC document | Last 3 months / current tax year |
| Mortgage statement | Last 12 months |
| Sky / Cable TV bill | Last 3 months |
| Landline telephone bill | Last 3 months |
| Utility bill | Last 3 months |
NB: Visitors from outside the UK must confirm their temporary UK address using one of the documents above.
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Standard insurance is already included in every hire price, so there is no separate quote to chase. Check the rate card for your hire period, see what is currently in our fleet, or read the van hire FAQs if you still have questions about documents or eligibility.
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