Identity Validation
This section provides access to identity validation services that are part of SmartCheck, Verifik's comprehensive API solution for verification processes. For the complete SmartCheck platform with unified interface, real-time API testing, and detailed consultation reports, visit the SmartCheck documentation.
Comprehensive identity validation services for verifying personal information, documents, and credentials across multiple countries and jurisdictions. These APIs allow businesses to validate the identity of individuals using government-issued IDs, such as national identity cards, driver's licenses, and Social Security Numbers.
Overview
Identity validation is a core component of SmartCheck, enabling businesses to verify individual identities across Latin America, North America, and beyond. Our APIs connect directly with official government data sources to ensure accurate and reliable identity verification.
Available Services
United States
- United States Identity Validation - Overview of US identity validation services
- SSN Verification - Social Security Number verification with official government data
- Kansas Driver's License Verification - Kansas driver license validation
- Florida Driver License Validation - Florida driver license validation
Latin America
Identity validation services are available for the following countries through the Identity Verification section:
- Argentina - Argentinian Citizen
- Bolivia - Bolivian Citizen
- Brazil - Brazilian Citizen
- Chile - Chilean Citizen
- Colombia - Colombian Citizen | Colombian Citizen with Extra Data
- Costa Rica - Costa Rican Citizen
- Dominican Republic - Dominican Republic Citizen
- Ecuador - Ecuadorian Citizen
- El Salvador - El Salvador Citizen
- Guatemala - Guatemalan Citizen
- Honduras - Honduran Citizen
- Mexico - Mexican Citizen
- Panama - Panamanian Citizen
- Paraguay - Paraguayan Citizen
- Peru - Peruvian Citizen
- Spain - Spanish Citizen
- Uruguay - Uruguayan Citizen
- Venezuela - Venezuelan Citizen
Canada
- Canada - Canadian Identity Verification - Driver license verification for British Columbia and Ontario provinces
Key Features
Document Verification
Verify government-issued identification documents including:
- National identity cards (Cédula, DNI, etc.)
- Driver's licenses
- Social Security Numbers (SSN)
- Passports
Identity Confirmation
Confirm personal information and credentials including:
- Full name verification
- Date of birth validation
- Document number authenticity
- Issuing authority verification
Real-time Validation
- Access current and up-to-date information from official sources
- Instant verification results
- Reliable data sourced directly from government databases
Multiple Countries
- Support for various jurisdictions across Latin America, North America, and Europe
- Country-specific document formats and validation rules
- Localized API endpoints for each country
Compliance
- Meet regulatory requirements for identity verification (KYC)
- Support for anti-fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) processes
- Secure data handling with industry-standard encryption
Integration with SmartCheck
All identity validation services are part of the SmartCheck platform, which provides:
- Unified Interface: Access all identity validation APIs from a single dashboard
- Real-time Testing: Test API requests directly within the platform
- Detailed Reports: Generate consultation reports with formatted and JSON views
- Easy Integration: Code snippets and documentation for seamless implementation
- Usage Monitoring: Track API usage and manage API keys
For more information about SmartCheck features and capabilities, visit the SmartCheck documentation.
Getting Started
1. Authentication
All identity validation APIs require authentication via Bearer token. See the Authentication documentation for details on obtaining and using API tokens.
2. API Endpoints
Each country and service has its own API endpoint. Refer to the specific service documentation for:
- Endpoint URLs
- Required parameters
- Request/response formats
- Code examples in multiple programming languages
3. Testing
Use the SmartCheck platform to test API requests in real-time before integrating into your systems. This allows you to:
- Verify API functionality
- Understand response formats
- Test with sample data
- Review consultation reports
Use Cases
Identity validation services are essential for:
- Financial Services: KYC compliance for account opening and transactions
- E-commerce: Verify customer identity for fraud prevention
- Employment: Background checks and employee verification
- Healthcare: Patient identity verification
- Government Services: Citizen verification for public services
- Real Estate: Tenant and property owner verification
Support
For technical support and API documentation assistance:
- Documentation: Visit our developer portal
- SmartCheck Platform: Access the unified interface at SmartCheck
- Support Team: Contact our support team for assistance
For detailed API documentation and integration guides, please refer to the specific service documentation or visit the SmartCheck platform for a comprehensive overview of all available services.