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.