Applying for NI Number without address

GuestPoster1100Guest19 December 2019 10:12:14

I will move to Cambridge in a few weeks and I already have a job (short-term internship). I was informed that I need to apply for a NI Number and for that I'll need to provide proof of accommodation. I booked a room on AirB&B for the first month and in the meanwhile I'll look for a definitive room (the remaining 5 months). What is the best option? Should I wait until I find a room with a contract and in the meantime I use a temporary NI Number (how do I get one?), or should I use an on-line service like NINOAPPLY (they provide a temporary mailing box)?

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Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert19 December 2019 10:23:10

8085

Hi and welcome to the Forum.

You can use the Services of someone like NINOAPPLY, but they will charge you money for something you can easily do yourself. The process you have to follow is described on the UK Gov website; this link will take you there.

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team

GuestPoster1100 Guest

GuestPoster1100Guest19 December 2019 10:28:56

I know that the process is free, but I don't mind paying a small fee if it's helpful. I also know how the process works. The problem is the proof of accommodation: I simply won't have one right away.

SimCityAT Expert

Member since 08 April 2014

SimCityATExpert19 December 2019 10:30:12

13451

Welcome to the Forum

All the information you need can be found on the government website, this LINK will take you there. Please use do NOT use any other sites that offer you a number, they often charge you which is illegal and a scam.

Any other questions you may have, feel free to come back to us.

SimCityAT
Expat Team

Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert19 December 2019 10:33:48

8085

lf92sm wrote:
I know that the process is free, but I don't mind paying a small fee if it's helpful. I also know how the process works. The problem is the proof of accommodation: I simply won't have one right away.

Hi again.

If you read the link I provided, you will see that you do not need to register straight away and even if for whatever reason you want to, you can use the AirBNB address.

Cynic
Expat Team

SimCityAT Expert

Member since 08 April 2014

SimCityATExpert19 December 2019 10:33:49

13451

Oppps Cynic beat me to it

GuestPoster1100 Guest

GuestPoster1100Guest19 December 2019 10:34:46

I read the instructions on that website, as I said already. Those services do not provide you with a NI number, they just help you with the process. In particular, I'm interested in the possibility of using their address as proof of accommodation. Thanks.

SimCityAT Expert

Member since 08 April 2014

SimCityATExpert19 December 2019 10:35:25

13451

You are only able to get one when you are in the UK.

GuestPoster1100 Guest

GuestPoster1100Guest19 December 2019 10:37:19

Yes I know. But I rent a room on AirB&B for the first month so technically I do not have an address or even a contract to give at the interview. Some hosts on the AirB&B forum were not happy of letting the guests using their address.

Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert19 December 2019 11:00:15

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8085

lf92sm wrote:
Yes I know. But I rent a room on AirB&B for the first month so technically I do not have an address or even a contract to give at the interview. Some hosts on the AirB&B forum were not happy of letting the guests using their address.

Hi again.

I've explained the process; if you wish to ignore my advice and create problems that don't exist, then that is entirely your privilege; I shall leave you to it at this point.

I wish you the best of luck during your internship.

Cynic
Expat Team