Overview

Verify your customers' identities in real-time with the Identity APIs

Our Identity service offers a seamless, reliable, and secure solution to verify and validate the identities of individuals and businesses (KYC & KYB) across various regions in Africa. Designed to meet the unique needs of businesses and organizations, our API ensures compliance with regional regulations while enhancing the trust and security of your operations.

Key Features

Comprehensive Coverage: Comprehensive coverage of identity databases in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa, ensuring accurate and relevant verification.
Real-Time Verification: Instant verification of identities for swift and efficient user onboarding and fraud prevention.
Robust Security: Cutting-edge encryption and security protocols to protect sensitive personal information.
Customizable Workflows: Flexible API endpoints allow for tailored verification processes to suit specific business requirements.
Scalable Solution: Designed to handle high volumes of requests, suitable for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises.

Use Cases

Amongst others, here are some common ways merchants use our Identity service.

Financial Services: Ensure compliance with KYC (Know Your Customer) and KYB (Know Your Business) regulations and prevent fraud by verifying the identities of customers or clients during account creation.
E-Commerce: Verify customers' identities to reduce fraudulent transactions and build trust in your online marketplace.
Telecommunications: Verify subscriber identities to prevent identity theft and streamline the SIM card registration process.

Prerequisites

To get started with the Identity service, follow these simple steps:

First, log into your Kora dashboard (or create an account if you do not already have one). Ensure that your account is activated and Live Mode is turned on.
Make sure you have the Identity service enabled for your account. To do this, go to the Identity page from the main menu on your dashboard and request access.
Upon requesting access, you will also be required to provide some information about your business and use case for Identity.
Once access is granted, you can seamlessly integrate the APIs into your application.
Verification fees are charged from your available balance. Ensure that your balance is always funded.

Important Links

Verifying customers and businesses

Kora’s Identity service is your trusted partner for secure and compliant operations across the African market. Start integrating today and experience the difference in seamless identity management.

To get support for the Identity service, kindly reach out to [email protected].