No, you can't provide just a copy of of a document. This is not a valid check and only providing only a document without share code only works if you are citizen.
"Ask to see the applicant’s original documents. You can no longer accept biometric residence cards or permits. Ask the applicant for a share code instead." [1]
The share code makes it impossible to forge.
If you are an employer and only ask for copies of documents you are liable for a 40k+ fine if you end up hiring an illegal migrant.
"Ask to see the applicant’s original documents. You can no longer accept biometric residence cards or permits. Ask the applicant for a share code instead." [1]
The share code makes it impossible to forge.
If you are an employer and only ask for copies of documents you are liable for a 40k+ fine if you end up hiring an illegal migrant.
[1] https://www.gov.uk/check-job-applicant-right-to-work