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Identity Proofing

ID Document and Biometric Verification

Signicat brings the industry’s most trusted technologies for automating ID document checks in one place. 

Whether you need a light, frictionless onboarding or the highest level of identity assurance, Signicat gives you the flexibility to choose the right verification method so you can onboard new users from anywhere with confidence. 

Leading organisations worldwide trust Signicat for ID document checks

Benefits

  • All assurance levels

    For low and high risk onboarding cases

  • One simple integration

    One API. One vendor. All major ID verification methods. 

  • Global coverage

    Remotely onboard users from anywhere

How ID document verification works

  • Detect forged or fake ID documents using Optical or NFC-based verification technologies.

  • For added protection against stolen documents, verify that the person presenting the ID is real and matches the document photo . A biometric face match compares a selfie with the photo on the ID or chip, while a liveness check confirms that the user is a real person, not a spoof or deepfake.

  • Verified data along with recommendations to accept or reject user are returned. Extracted user details can be used to autofill applications for accepted users.

NFC-based document verification

ReadID: Government-grade assurance that scales

ReadID uses a smartphone's NFC capabilities to read the secure chip in electronic passports, ID cards, and residence permits. By verifying the cryptographically signed data directly from the chip, organisations gain instant proof of authenticity eliminating the risk of document forgery. Optional biometric checks verify the holder, detect deepfakes, and ensure a high level of identity assurance that is fully automatic and scalable. 

With zero known false accepts, ReadID is trusted by governments, eID schemes, and financial institutions to onboard citizens and customers with confidence.

Video/Optical based document verification

VideoID: AI-powered checks with agent verification options

VideoID combines advanced AI, machine learning, and optional human checks to deliver secure, compliant video-based identity verification.

Users record a short video of their ID document and complete a liveness check. Each video frame is analysed in real time by multiple machine learning models to detect fraud, deepfakes, and tampering.

It is the ideal solution when AML regulations or risk levels require a human in the loop or recorded video evidence of identity verification. It is also a perfect fit for web onboarding flows and regions where chipped ID documents are not yet common.

Image/Optical based document verification

PictureID: Fast and light ID verification across markets

PictureID makes identity verification effortless.

Users simply snap a photo of their ID and a quick selfie. PictureID instantly checks document authenticity and matches the faces.

Fast, lightweight, and ideal for low-risk onboarding where speed, simplicity and user experience matter most.

Better together: eIDs and ID Document verification

European eID schemes are well trusted by local users and ideal for identity verification in countries with widespread eID adoption. 

Combine ID Document verification with eID-based verification for the most cost-effective identity proofing across several countries.

Explore the world's largest selection of eIDs at Signicat's eID Hub.

Beyond Identity verification

  • Design end-to-end onboarding flows

    With Signicat Mint, you can verify identities, assess fraud and money laundering risks, and sign documents in a single, seamless, automated flow. No coding required.

  • Reuse onboarding credentials for passwordless authentication

    With ReuseID, credentials created during the onboarding process can be reused for passwordless logins or secure payment authorisations.

  • Combine with Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES)

    Combine high-assurance ID verification processes with electronic signatures for Qualified Electronic Signatures that are as good as ink signatures. 

  • Archive verified IDs securely and compliantly

    Keep copies of verified ID documents safely stored for years in line with AML regulations . Additional safeguards like redacting sensitive information and watermarking document copies protect privacy and prevent misuse.

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Compliance, privacy and security come first. All data is stored and processed in Europe in strict compliance with European regulations and best practices.

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