📄 Complete Guide

DOCUMENT MASTERY

Everything you need to know about identity documents for KYC verification. Learn the exact requirements, avoid common mistakes, and pass on your first try.

180+
Countries Supported
15+
Document Types
98%
Success Rate
30s
Analysis Time
PASSPORT

The gold standard for identity verification. Passports are accepted by virtually every platform worldwide and have the highest approval rate of any document type. If you have a valid passport, always use it first.

✓ 99% Acceptance Rate
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📋 Requirements

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Validity

Must be valid (not expired). Some platforms require 3-6 months remaining validity.

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Photo Page

Capture the photo page (data page) clearly. All text must be readable.

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Quality

High resolution, no blur. Minimum 300 DPI recommended. No flash reflections.

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Full Document

All 4 corners must be visible. Don't crop any edges or security features.

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Lighting

Even lighting, no shadows across the document. Natural daylight works best.

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Background

Place on a dark, contrasting surface. Avoid patterns or textures.

✅ DO

  • ✓ Use the bio/photo page only
  • ✓ Ensure MRZ (machine readable zone) is clear
  • ✓ Keep document flat, not curved
  • ✓ Remove from plastic sleeve if inside one
  • ✓ Take photo in landscape orientation
  • ✓ Clean camera lens before shooting

❌ DON'T

  • ✗ Use flash that creates glare on laminate
  • ✗ Take photo at an angle
  • ✗ Cover any part with fingers
  • ✗ Submit a photocopy or scan of a scan
  • ✗ Use a damaged or water-stained passport
  • ✗ Edit or enhance the image in any way

📸 PHOTO QUALITY GUIDE

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Good Lighting
PASS
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Too Dark
FAIL
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Straight Angle
PASS
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Tilted/Skewed
FAIL
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Sharp & Clear
PASS
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Blurry
FAIL
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Full Document
PASS
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Cropped Edges
FAIL
NATIONAL ID CARD

Government-issued national identity cards are widely accepted for KYC verification. Most platforms accept ID cards from 180+ countries. Both front and back sides are typically required.

✓ 95% Acceptance Rate
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📋 Requirements

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Both Sides

Most platforms require BOTH front and back of the ID card. Don't skip the back!

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Full Card Visible

All 4 corners must be visible. No cropping of any edges or text.

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Hologram Visible

Security features/holograms should be visible but not causing glare.

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Not Expired

Card must be currently valid. Check expiration date before submitting.

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Photo Match

Photo on ID must be recognizable as you for selfie matching.

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Readable Text

All text, numbers, and dates must be clearly legible.

✅ DO

  • ✓ Submit both front AND back images
  • ✓ Place on solid dark background
  • ✓ Use natural daylight when possible
  • ✓ Ensure all security features visible
  • ✓ Keep card perfectly flat
  • ✓ Match name exactly to account name

❌ DON'T

  • ✗ Submit only front (forget back)
  • ✗ Use student ID or work ID
  • ✗ Cover hologram with flash reflection
  • ✗ Submit laminated card inside holder
  • ✗ Use heavily worn or damaged card
  • ✗ Take photo through glass or plastic
DRIVER'S LICENSE

Driver's licenses work great for KYC, especially in US, UK, EU, and Australia. Acceptance varies by country of issue. Always check if your country's license is supported.

✓ 90% Acceptance Rate
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📋 Requirements

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Country Support

Check if your license country is accepted. US, UK, EU, AU, CA have highest rates.

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Both Sides

Front and back required. Back often has barcode that gets scanned.

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Clear Photo

Your photo must be clear and match your selfie for face comparison.

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Current License

Must not be expired, revoked, or suspended.

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Address Match

If address is on license, it may need to match your account address.

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License Number

Full license number must be visible and readable.

✅ DO

  • ✓ Use REAL ID compliant license (US)
  • ✓ Submit front and back separately
  • ✓ Ensure barcode is clear (back side)
  • ✓ Use full (not provisional) license
  • ✓ Check your country is supported first
  • ✓ Remove from wallet before photographing

❌ DON'T

  • ✗ Use learner's permit or provisional
  • ✗ Submit international driving permit alone
  • ✗ Use license from unsupported country
  • ✗ Photograph through plastic wallet sleeve
  • ✗ Skip the back side
  • ✗ Use paper/temporary license
SELFIE & LIVENESS

Most platforms require a selfie or liveness check to prove you're a real person and match your ID photo. This is where most people fail! Follow our guide carefully.

⚠️ 70% First-Attempt Pass Rate
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SELFIE SUCCESS TIPS

1

Face the Light Source

Position yourself facing a window or light. Never have light behind you.

2

Remove Accessories

Take off glasses, hats, headphones. Keep face completely visible.

3

Neutral Expression

Don't smile too wide or make faces. Natural, relaxed expression works best.

4

Plain Background

Use a solid, light-colored wall. Avoid busy patterns or other people.

5

Hold Still

For video liveness, move slowly and steadily. Fast movements cause blur.

6

Clean Camera

Wipe your phone camera lens. Smudges cause blur and rejection.

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Natural lighting • No glasses • Neutral expression • Plain background

LIVENESS CHECK TYPES

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Static Selfie

Simple photo of your face. Easiest to pass. Match expression to ID photo.

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Head Movement

Turn head left/right or nod. Move slowly and smoothly to avoid blur.

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Action Prompts

Blink, smile, open mouth. Follow prompts exactly as instructed.

PROOF OF ADDRESS

Many platforms require proof of address (POA) for higher verification tiers or withdrawal limits. Utility bills, bank statements, and government letters are commonly accepted.

✓ 85% Acceptance Rate
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📋 Accepted Documents

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Utility Bills

Electric, gas, water, internet bills. Must show name, address, and date.

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Bank Statements

Official bank statement with your name and address. Digital PDFs usually accepted.

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Government Letters

Tax documents, voter registration, official government correspondence.

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Rental Agreement

Lease or tenancy agreement. Some platforms accept these.

✅ DO

  • ✓ Use document from last 3 months
  • ✓ Ensure full name matches your ID
  • ✓ Show complete address clearly
  • ✓ Include issue date on document
  • ✓ Use official letterhead documents
  • ✓ PDF downloads from bank are fine

❌ DON'T

  • ✗ Use documents older than 3 months
  • ✗ Submit screenshots of online bills
  • ✗ Use mobile phone bills (often rejected)
  • ✗ Submit documents with different address
  • ✗ Use handwritten documents
  • ✗ Edit or modify any information

🚨 TOP REJECTION REASONS

Avoid these common mistakes that cause 80% of KYC rejections

1

Blurry or Low Quality Image

The #1 reason for rejection. AI can't read text or verify security features on blurry photos.

💡Clean your camera lens, use good lighting, and hold your phone steady. Tap to focus before shooting.
2

Glare or Reflections

Flash or overhead lights create glare on laminated documents, obscuring text and photos.

💡Never use flash. Photograph near a window with natural light. Tilt document slightly if needed.
3

Cropped or Cut Off Edges

All 4 corners must be visible. Security features on edges are used for verification.

💡Back up your camera to capture the entire document with some margin around edges.
4

Expired Document

Expired IDs are automatically rejected. Some platforms require 3-6 months validity remaining.

💡Check expiration date before submitting. Renew your document if it's expired or expiring soon.
5

Name Mismatch

Name on document doesn't match account name. Even small differences cause rejection.

💡Update your account name to match your ID exactly, including middle names and suffixes.
6

Selfie Doesn't Match ID

Face in selfie doesn't match ID photo. Can happen with old IDs or significant appearance changes.

💡Use similar expression to ID photo. Remove glasses and accessories. Good lighting on face.

🌍 SUPPORTED COUNTRIES

We analyze documents from 180+ countries in all languages and scripts

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Europe

  • UK, Germany, France
  • Spain, Italy, Netherlands
  • Poland, Sweden, Switzerland

+ 35 more countries

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Americas

  • United States, Canada
  • Mexico, Brazil, Argentina
  • Colombia, Chile, Peru

+ 25 more countries

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Asia Pacific

  • Japan, South Korea, China
  • Australia, Singapore, India
  • Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam

+ 40 more countries

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Middle East

  • UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel
  • Turkey, Qatar, Kuwait
  • Bahrain, Oman, Jordan

+ 10 more countries

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Africa

  • South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt
  • Kenya, Morocco, Ghana
  • Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda

+ 45 more countries

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All Scripts

  • Latin, Cyrillic, Arabic
  • Chinese, Japanese, Korean
  • Hindi, Thai, Hebrew

All languages supported

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