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A beginner's guide to identity verification
How do I check my identity verification information? App: Go to User center, find Profile and select Identity Verification Web: Go to Profile and select Verification11. Can someone else contact customer support on my behalf about my account or identity verification? No. For security and privacy reasons, we can only discuss account-related or identity verification information with the actual account owner.Published on Apr 30, 2026Updated on May 29, 20261I haven't received the verification code
Select didn't receive anything to change different verification method You can choose an alternative verification method, such as the Authenticator app, voice call, Telegram or WhatsApp to complete the verification.Published on Aug 16, 2023Updated on Jun 3, 202633,229Why did my account verification fail?
Changing Identity Verification Information (Changing Person / Changing Document) Video Verification Issues for Hearing-Impaired Users Non-standard Verification Process You did not follow the on-screen instructions during the verification process. You are unable to complete video verification Under 18 Years Old The document you submitted does not meet the platform’s requirements. The system has detected that you do not meet the minimum age requirement.Published on Apr 6, 2026Updated on May 29, 20261Why did my identity verification fail?
How to check the failed reason of identity verification? You can check your email for the failed reason and submit it again by clicking the link.Published on Aug 8, 2024Updated on May 29, 202658Guide to ID and selfie photos for identity verification
Having trouble choosing the appropriate photos of your ID or yourself during your verification process? Please check out the guidelines below.Which IDs are acceptable? Based on different Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements of different jurisdictions, you may use your passport, national ID card, driver's license, or other kinds of government-issued ID.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Jan 28, 202613,935How long does it take to complete my identity verification?
Here's what you can expect for identity verification: Once you have uploaded your documents, your processing takes about 30 seconds. If further review is needed, it can take up to 24 hours. Note: Valid and accurate documents will ensure the smoothness of your document review process. Find out what documents you need here. During times of high interest in cryptocurrency, wait times may increase. We thank you for your patience during these times.Published on Apr 6, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026How do I check the status of my institutional verification?
Find out the reason for your application rejection by selecting verification feedback Learn more on how you can fix the errors on your Institutional account application here.Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on May 29, 202639How do I fix errors when submitting my institutional verification?
How do I check institutional verification status? To view the current status of your application, proceed to the verification page. If you see a Continue option, it indicates that your application is incomplete. Select Continue to resume your application and ensure it’s complete before final submission.What should I do if I'm unable to save or proceed on the application page? Ensure that all fields are filled in the correct format.Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on May 29, 202660How do I unlock my deposit when the Travel Rule additional verification is required?
Fill in all the necessary sender's information Under certain circumstances, you're required to select your sender's country or region of residence in the Country/region field Once your additional verification is successful, your deposit will be unlocked3. a) ii. If you're buying crypto with a debit or credit card via a third-party channel (for example, Simplex / Banxa / Alchemy Pay etc.)Published on Apr 29, 2024Updated on May 29, 2026206How do I submit my proof of address (POA)?
The POA must match with the residential information you provided during your identity verification. The acceptable types of POA may vary with different jurisdictions.Published on Sep 5, 2023Updated on May 29, 20264How do I know if anti-money laundering (AML) program questionnaire is needed for my verification?
This'll open the AML questionnaire in a new tab for your review and completion Once completed, you can close the tab and return to the verification page to continue your verification process Take the anti-money laundering (AML) program questionnaire under the Additional info sectionPublished on Dec 12, 2024Updated on May 29, 202680What onboarding information is required for the government-owned enterprise?
For example: Certificate of incorporation or business registration certificate (or equivalent official document, such as a business license) Articles of association Register of directors Register of shareholders or beneficial ownership structure chart (must be signed and dated within the past 12 months) Proof of business address (if different from the registered address) Complete the following template to finish verification Sign, scan, and upload the account opening authorization letter (a boardPublished on Oct 13, 2023Updated on May 29, 202664What onboarding information is required for a fund?
For example: Certificate of incorporation or business registration certificate (or equivalent official document, such as a business license) Articles of association Register of directors Register of shareholders or beneficial ownership structure chart (must be signed and dated within the past 12 months) Proof of business address (if different from the registered address) Note:For public funds, only the articles of association are required.Complete the following template to finish verification SignPublished on Oct 13, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026125How do I submit my proof of address (POA)?
Alternatively, you may upload your documents by tapping Verify now on the Identity Verification page in the app. App: Open the OKX app > Select the Main Menu icon in the upper left corner > Profile and settings > Profile > Identity verification > Verify now. Web: Go to the Profile icon > Select Verification to complete your verification to meet Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.Published on Sep 5, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026862What onboarding information is required for a privately owned company?
As part of our due diligence checks for regulatory purposes, OKX will require key roles of your company and the authorized user (if different from the key roles) of your institutional account to provide identity verification information during the institutional verification process.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026286