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What documents do I need to verify my identity on NALA?

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Before you can send money, we’ll ask you to verify your identity. Here’s what you’ll need, and how to make sure your upload goes smoothly.


✅ Accepted document types

We accept the following valid, government-issued photo IDs:

  • Passport

  • National ID card

  • Residence permit

  • Driving licence (in some regions)

    (If you’re verifying from the UK specifically, refer to the UK account page for region-specific guidance.)


📸 Best practices for uploading

To help your verification process pass smoothly:

  • Use a clear, un-edited photo — no scans or screenshots.

  • Ensure the entire document is visible, including corners and background.

  • The document must show your full name, photo, and date of birth.

  • It must be valid (not expired) and in a language supported by your region.

  • Selfie upload: well-lit, no hats/sunglasses, face clearly visible.


🌍 Region-specific requirements

For UK 🇬🇧 customers:

  1. Passport (photo page only)

  2. Provisional Driving Licence

  3. Driver's license

For EU 🇪🇺 customers:

  1. Passport (photo page only)

  2. Driver's license

  3. EU issued National ID

  4. Residence permit

For US 🇺🇸 customers:

  1. State-issued driver's license

  2. Driver's Permit

  3. State ID card

  4. Military ID

  5. Military dependent's ID

  6. Passport (both pages)

  7. Passport Card (front and back of card)


⏱ What happens after upload?

Once all documents are uploaded correctly, most users are verified instantly. If the documents need manual review, it may take a few hours.

If your document is rejected, you’ll receive a notification with the reason and next steps.


🔧 If your documents are rejected

Common reasons for rejection include:

  • Blurry image or screenshot used instead of original photo.

  • Expired document.

  • Name or date of birth doesn’t match your NALA profile.

  • Selfie doesn’t match the ID photo or is poorly lit.

    You’ll be prompted to re-upload — follow the guidelines above for best results.


🔒 Privacy & security

We encrypt all uploaded documents and store them securely. We only share them when required by law, and they are not used for any purpose beyond verification.

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