Account verification

Verification Process Guidelines & Tips

To make sure your verification goes smoothly and quickly, check out these simple guidelines before sending your docs:

• Make sure your pics are clear and high quality—blurry shots won’t cut it!
• Don’t crop anything—every corner and edge of the document should be visible.
• Use an official government-issued ID.
• Your full name, date of birth, and expiry date should be easy to spot on the ID.
• Your photo and signature should be visible on the ID too.
• If you’re sending a passport, show both the top and bottom pages of the book
• For proof of address, your full name and home address need to be visible.
• The date on your proof of address document should be no older than 3 months.
• If you used a card to fund your account, make sure it’s signed on the back.

Why Is Verification Important?

The verification process is super important for online casinos for a bunch of key reasons, especially with the rise in fraudulent accounts, unregulated markets, underage gambling, and other risks. Let's break down why this matters:

Anti-Money Laundering and Financial Crimes: Since online casinos handle money, they can be targets for money laundering or other financial crimes. Strong verification helps track the source of funds and ensures that illegal money doesn’t make its way into the gambling world. Casinos work with regulators to fight financial crime and stay compliant with the law.

Regulatory Compliance: Licensed casinos have to follow strict regulations from gambling authorities. A solid verification process is key to meeting these rules. If they don’t comply, they risk fines, penalties, or even losing their license.

Fraudulent Accounts: Online casinos attract a lot of players, both legit ones and those looking to game the system. Some fraudsters might try to create fake accounts to take advantage of bonuses, promotions, or do shady stuff. By having solid verification in place, casinos can catch these fraudsters and block their accounts, making sure the platform stays fair for everyone else.

Underage Gambling: Different places have different age limits for gambling, most countries in Europe and the United Kingdom are 18+, Canada is 19+ and USA 21+. Online casinos need to stick to these rules to stop anyone underage from gambling. Age verification helps confirm that players are old enough, so only those who are legally allowed can gamble online.

Gambling Responsibly: Online casinos also have a responsibility to encourage safe gambling. The verification process helps identify players who might be at risk of gambling problems. By keeping an eye on behavior and verifying identities, casinos can step in when needed, offering help to those showing signs of gambling addiction and promoting a healthier gaming experience.

Player Trust and Casino Reputation: Trust is everything in online gambling. Players want to know their personal and financial details are safe, and that they’re playing in a fair environment. By committing to thorough verification, casinos build trust, improve their reputation, and keep players coming back.

Disclaimer: Please note that not every casino will have the same verification procedure and steps. This is purely an informal and general guide to provide insight into the verification process. Please contact the casino directly if you need more information and assistance on the exact documents and procedure.