Players looking into "identity verification documents" are often about to open an account. Many casinos now confirm who a player is before the first deposit, instead of waiting for the first withdrawal. The check, often called KYC, asks for a document with a photo, sometimes a selfie and a record of where the player lives. Knowing what is accepted, how it is checked and how long it takes makes the first days of an account far smoother.
Identity documents are sensitive, and they belong only in the upload area of the account or in the secure form support provides. Sending them by ordinary email or through the chat window leaves copies in places that are harder to protect. The privacy policy says how long the casino keeps them, usually for several years after the account closes, as the rules on money laundering require. Covering details the check does not need, such as spending lines on a bank statement, is normally allowed.
A passport, a national identity card or a driving licence covers identity at almost every casino. The document has to be valid, fully visible with all four corners in the frame, and readable without glare. Some casinos want both sides of a card. A second document, such as a utility bill, a bank statement or an official letter from the last few months, confirms the address. The accepted list sits in the verification section of the terms.
The player takes a selfie or short video holding the document or turning the head, and software compares the face with the document photo; good light helps.
A utility bill, bank statement or official letter should come from the last few months and show the same address typed at registration.
Some casinos keep a new account in a restricted state until a reviewer approves the uploads, while others verify instantly against records.
The privacy policy states the period, usually several years after the account closes, as anti money laundering rules require.
A valid passport, national identity card or driving licence is accepted almost everywhere, and some casinos want both sides of a card.