To activate your Trading 212 account, we will need
- a motion selfie
- a valid identity document
- we may also require a valid proof of address document
You will be asked to provide the verification docs directly in the app while you're creating an account. Make sure to select the correct document type you want to upload and follow the instructions. 🤓Â
đź“„ ID and selfie verification must be completed on a mobile device during onboarding
What identity documents can I upload?
The docs vary based on the entity you're registered under:Â
Trading 212 UK Ltd.Â
- International passport
- Identity cardÂ
- Driving license
- Residence permit
đź“„ The document's issuing country must match your country of residence or nationality.Â
Trading 212 Markets Ltd.Â
- International passport
- Identity card
đź“„ If you're not from the EEA, we can only accept a passport, and if you're a Russian or Belarusian national, we will require a CH/EEA residence permit, as well.Â
Trading 212 FXFlat
- International passport
- Identity card
- Residence permit
Trading 212 AU PTY Ltd.Â
- Australian driving license
- International passport
We're using the Document Verification Service (DVS) to check whether the biographic information on your identity document matches the original record. Please ensure you upload the most recent document.
What are the document requirements?
- Every detail on the document must be readable with no blurs. Those details are:Â
- Full nameÂ
- Date of birth
- Document expiration date
- Document numberÂ
- A clear picture of your face
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- The details on the document must match the details on your Trading 212 accountÂ
- The document must not be damagedÂ
Here's an example 👇Â
Why do you need a copy of my ID?
We need to comply with regulatory requirements and KYC (Know Your Customer) policies. As a licensed and regulated broker, we're obliged to identify every client by their identity documents. This process is also essential for your own safety. Â
Is it safe to send a copy of my ID?