Global Identity Verification

Global identity check verifies user identity documents and personal data using recognized and secure sources. It operates as a pre-screening tool, allowing you to filter potential risks early in the onboarding process. Additionally, it facilitates a smoother onboarding experience for non-regulated clients, effectively managing risks associated with SDD and business operations.

Supported countries

The following is a list of countries for which Global Identity Verification is available.

CountryCountry codeRequired fieldsRecommended fieldsOptional fieldsSupported verification methods
ArgentinaARGFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
1x1
AustraliaAUSFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
National ID number (Passport, Residence Permit, Driver's License)
Phone number
Additional street information
Building number
Town/city
State/province
1x1
2x2
BrazilBRAFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
1x1
2x2
CanadaCANFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Phone number
Street
Postal code
Additional street information
Building number
Town/city
1x1
2x2
ChileCHLFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Phone number
1x1
ChinaCHNFirst name
Last name
National ID number (ID card)
Phone number
1x1
2x2
ColombiaCOLFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Street
Postal code
Additional street information
Building number
Town/city
1x1
DenmarkDNKFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number (CPR)
Street
Postal code
1x1
FinlandFINFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
1x1
2x2
Hong KongHGKFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
1x1
ItalyITAFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Phone number
Street
Postal code
1x1
2x2
KenyaKENFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
1x1
MexicoMEXFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
1x1
2x2
NorwayNORFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Street
Postal code
Additional street information
Building number
Town/city
1x1
PeruPERFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
1x1
PhilippinesPHLFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Phone number
Street
Postal code
1x1
2x2
PolandPOLFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number (PESEL)
Street
Postal code
1x1
SingaporeSGPFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
1x1
South AfricaZAFFirst name
Last name
National ID number
1x1
2x2
SpainESPFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
1x1
SwedenSWEFirst name
Last name
National ID number
Date of birth
Street
Postal code
1x1
ThailandTHAFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
1x1
TurkeyTURFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
1x1
United States of AmericaUSAFirst name
Last name
Date of birth
National ID number
Street
Postal code
Phone number
1x1
2x2

Get started

To get started with Database Identity Verification:

  1. Set up the WebSDK or MobileSDK integration. You can also start with our API.
  2. Enable Global Identity Verification and configure verification settings by reaching out to your Customer Success Manager or Support team.
  3. Set up a verification level and add the Applicant data step.
  4. Include the Required fields as specified in the table and add Recommended/Optional fields to increase positive impact on pass rates. Note that the National ID number field must be configured as a custom field with the documentNumber field name.
  5. Submit the applicant data via SDKs or API.
  6. Receive verification results.

Submit applicant data

To submit the applicant data via API:

  1. Create an applicant with the levelName which will be used for the check (a verification level must contain the Applicant Data step).
  2. Provide the required information according to the Supported countries table.
  3. Request an applicant check.

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Info

All the required fields and country code must be provided in the fixedInfo object, as described in the this article, except for the National ID number. The National ID number must always be provided in the metadata array with the documentNumber key.

Example request:

curl -X POST  
    '<https://api.sumsub.com/resources/applicants?levelName=global-address-verification'>  
    -H 'Content-Type: application/json'  
    -d '{  
            "externalUserId" : "someUniqueUserId",  
            "metadata": [  
                {  
                    "key": "documentNumber",  
                    "value": "12345678A"    // National ID number  
                }  
            ],  
            "fixedInfo": {  
                "firstName": "John",    // First name  
                "lastName": "Doe",      // Last name  
                "dob": "1990-01-01",    // Date of birth  
                "country": "ESP",       // Country code in alpha-3 format  
                "phone": "+34 123 456 789",     // Phone number  
                "addresses": [  
                    {  
                        "street": "C. Ramon J Sender",  // Street name  
                        "buildingNumber": "7A",         // Building number  
                        "town": "Cartagena",            // Town/city  
                        "state": "Murcia",              // State/province  
                        "postCode": "30204",            // Postal Code  
                        "country": "ESP"                // Country code in alpha-3 format  
                    }  
                ]  
            }  
        }

Get verification results

Once the check is performed, you will receive a webhook with the verification status:

  • The reviewResult field contains extra verification information.
  • The reviewAnswer field contains a final answer:
    • If the address verification was completed successfully, the reviewAnswer field will be set to GREEN.
    • If the check fails, the reviewAnswer field will be set to RED and reviewRejectType will be set to RETRY.