Identity Proofing

Helping banks build trust from the very first click by verifying who’s really behind the screen.

Identity Proofing

The new reality: tougher rules, smarter fraudsters, higher expectations

Banks across the world face increasing pressure to fight fraud and comply with strict regulations. Meeting requirements for customer due diligence and identity verification has become more complex, as fraudsters exploit stolen identities and shared credentials, such as passwords, to open accounts for money laundering or other criminal activities. At the same time, customers expect instant, digital onboarding without visiting a branch or filling out complicated forms. The market needs a solution that brings together strong compliance, effective fraud prevention, and a seamless user experience across multiple countries — and that is exactly what we deliver.

Build instant trust, right from the first click

Tietoevry Banking’s Identity Proofing solution helps banks verify a customer’s identity remotely with speed, accuracy, and trust. By leveraging something you are and something you have, along with a smartphone, we enable remote verification of a user’s presence and identity. The process combines biometric checks, real-time document validation, and secure data handling, removing the need for manual uploads or branch visits. This means banks can offer seamless onboarding experiences, while customers enjoy a quick and simple process that takes less than a minute.

One secure, scalable solution for the entire European market

Unlike traditional methods that rely on static credentials, our solution ties biometric verification directly to physical documents, adapting to each situation. Low-risk customers log in with face or fingerprint ID, while high-risk transactions trigger extra checks or re-identification. Suspicious cases can generate instant alerts and audit reports, protecting banks from liability while keeping the customer journey smooth for trusted users. This multi-layered approach makes it far harder for fraudsters to succeed with stolen or shared credentials. 

We provide full European coverage in one platform as our solution supports passports and national ID cards from 94 countries. This wide coverage means you can use one solution across Europe with confidence, reducing the need for multiple local providers while serving both domestic and international customers with the same seamless process.

The result is faster onboarding, fewer fraud attempts, and complete regulatory confidence — all in one solution

Ellinor Hiller

Sales Manager

Your benefits

Replace manual ID checks and branch visits with fast, fully digital onboarding.

Cut costs and complexity

Replace manual ID checks and branch visits with fast, fully digital onboarding.

Obtain audit-ready documentation that complies with European legislation and meets AMLD, PSD2, and EBA requirements.

Ensure compliance

Obtain audit-ready documentation that complies with European legislation and meets AMLD, PSD2, and EBA requirements.

Know with confidence that the person on the screen is the actual owner of the ID.

Reduce fraud losses

Know with confidence that the person on the screen is the actual owner of the ID.

Step-by-step

Identity Proofing uses advanced technology to confirm that the person behind the screen is the same as the person on the government-issued ID. A customer simply takes a photo of their passport or ID, followed by a quick selfie. Our system then verifies the authenticity of the document, checks liveness without awkward gestures, and matches the live face to the ID photo in seconds. All data is encrypted and securely transferred to your existing risk, KYC, and AML systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency at every step.

 

1   Start the process

The customer begins onboarding or is asked to re-identify through the bank’s digital channel. A simple push notification or secure link guides them into the flow.

2   Scan ID document

The customer scans their passport or national ID card using their phone. If the document has a chip, the app reads encrypted data in seconds.

3   Prove liveness

The customer performs a quick liveness check, such as motion. This ensures the person is physically present and not using a photo or video.

4   Match identity

The system compares the live facial biometric capture with the official ID photo. Only the true owner of the ID passes.

5   Receive confirmation

In under 10 seconds, the bank gets a clear “verified/not verified” result along with a complete audit trail and evidence, ensuring compliance and fraud prevention from the very start.

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