Real-time KYC & AML Solution for Kuwait
Utilise uqudo’s advanced Know Your Customer services to verify your users’ identity in seconds.
How our digital identity solution works
Scan Document
Read the document and extract identity data.
Facial Recognition
Check the person on camera is real and matches the document.
Validating Data
Verify the individual via government databases.
Screening
Check customers are worthy of doing business with AML & sanctions screening.
Authentication
Enable passwordless login for returning users and strengthen authentication with biometrics.
KYC for Kuwait in under 10 seconds
Validate your customer’s identity with uqudo’s innovative eKYC process, digital identity verification and AML solutions in Kuwait, which can be easily integrated into your onboarding platform. Keep fraudsters out, enhance compliance and drive your conversions sky-high!
Stay compliant with our KYC & Screening solutions
In accordance with the guidelines of FATF, OFAC & MENAFATF for
Kuwait identity documents we verify
National ID Card
National ID CardAs digital ID verification service providers, we verify the National Identity Card in Kuwait issued by the Public Agency for Civil Information (PACI).
AI Document Scanning
- Isolating the document from the image and evaluating the quality based on glare and blur.
- Detecting document tampering or forgery.
- Validating hologram print.
- Extracting data via OCR.
Passport
Passportuqudo verifies Kuwaiti passports issued by Immigration and Travel – Ministry of Interior for KYC in Kuwait, which includes verification of users’ name, date of birth and telephone number, along with Enhanced Due Diligence.
AI Document Scanning
- Isolating the document from the image and evaluating the quality based on glare and blur.
- Detecting document tampering or forgery.
- Checking format’s accuracy.
- Checking the data with the MRZ code & hologram.
Read and Verify NFC
- Extract data from the NFC chip on the passport.
- Verify data from the NFC chip on the passport.
Driving license
Driving licenseAs a leading identity verification company, uqudo verifies the driving licenses issued by the General Directorate of Traffic in Kuwait by,
AI Document Scanning
- Isolating the document from the digital image and aligning it properly.
- Evaluating the quality of the image based on glare and blur.
- Detecting document tampering or forgery.
- Validating hologram print.
- Extracting data via OCR.
Pushing boundaries in the identity space in MEA and beyond
Licenses sold
EMEA Document Scanning Coverage
Global Passport NFC Reading
Awards & Recognitions
Full stack identity solution: KYC, Enhanced Due Diligence, AML Screening & Biometric Authentication
A fully customizable onboarding journey embedded in your app or website
An award-winning team
uqudo is proud to be recognised by some of the world’s most distinguished organisations.
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with your tech stack.Use our simple and secure Web SDK, Mobile SDK, or RESTful API to seamlessly integrate identity capabilities into your operations.
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FAQ
What types of Kuwaiti identity documents can Uqudo verify?
Uqudo supports verification of all major Kuwaiti identity documents, including national ID cards, passports. Support for driving licenses and residency permits can be provided upon request. Our AI-powered technology is specifically trained on Kuwait-issued documents to ensure maximum accuracy and security.
How does Uqudo verify Kuwaiti identity documents?
- Uqudo employs a multi-layered verification approach for Kuwaiti documents:
- AI-powered OCR scanning that accurately reads Arabic text on Kuwaiti IDs
- NFC chip verification for enhanced security on Kuwait’s e-IDs and e-Passports
- Sophisticated document tampering detection to identify fraud attempts
- Document quality assessment to ensure optimal image capture
Can Uqudo read Arabic text on Kuwaiti identity documents?
Yes, Uqudo’s proprietary OCR technology is specially designed to accurately read and process Arabic text on Kuwaiti documents with over 99.5% accuracy. Our system is optimized for the specific fonts and layouts used in Kuwait’s official documents.
How secure is Uqudo's NFC verification for Kuwaiti identity cards?
Our NFC verification provides the highest level of security by:
- Reading the embedded NFC chip in Kuwaiti identity cards
- Verifying cryptographic signatures that are extremely difficult to forge
- Requiring physical presence of the document (within 10cm of the device)
- Cross-validating the chip data against visible document information
How fast can Uqudo verify a Kuwaiti identity document?
Uqudo’s advanced technology can scan and verify Kuwaiti identity documents in milliseconds, allowing for customer onboarding in under 30 seconds. This industry-leading speed doesn’t compromise accuracy or security.
Does Uqudo support facial verification for Kuwaiti citizens?
Yes, Uqudo offers advanced facial recognition services and liveness detection that is specifically optimized for Middle Eastern facial features and skin tones, ensuring accurate and unbiased verification for Kuwaiti citizens.
How does Uqudo ensure the authenticity of Kuwaiti documents?
We employ a five-pillar tampering detection process:
- Source detection to confirm physical document presence
- Photo integrity checks that scrutinize every pixel
- Consistency checks across all data points
- NFC verification to combat fraud
- Event analytics to identify suspicious patterns
What deployment options are available for Kuwaiti businesses?
As a leading KYC service provider in Kuwait, Uqudo offers flexible deployment options, including:
- SaaS cloud-based solutions
- On-premise deployment for organizations with specific data residency requirements
- In-country cloud deployment can be explored on a case-by-case basis based on the unique needs of the client
How does Uqudo address data privacy concerns in Kuwait?
Uqudo is committed to maintaining the highest standards of data privacy and security. Our solutions can be deployed on local Kuwait-based servers to ensure data residency compliance with local regulations. We ensure that all data in transit and at rest is encrypted. Our data protection approach ensures we follow data minimisation principles and do not store PII after processing is complete.
