Verify Now - Identity Verification Platform
Verify anyone's identity against Home Affairs in seconds. Run background checks, AML/PEP screening, vehicle lookups, and compliance screening — all from one dashboard.
Free to sign up. Pay only per verification.
ID checks, vehicle lookups & more — fast, secure, FICA compliant
Official data verification for instant ID checks with photo matching
Find addresses, contacts, and employment history instantly
Global watchlist coverage across 190+ countries
Verify bank account ownership across all major SA banks in real time
Number plate & VIN lookup across SA and 57+ countries
RESTful API with sub-10s response times. White-label available.
POPIA, FICA, and KYC-ready from day one. Enterprise-grade security.
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Real-time ID verification with photo matching from the official government database
Verify South African ID numbers instantly against the national population register. Our direct connection provides real-time validation with biometric photo matching, offering the highest level of assurance.
Look up vehicle specifications by number plate or VIN. Get make, model, year, engine details, and technical specifications for vehicles in South Africa and 57+ countries.
Get detailed, printable reports for ID verification, company checks, vehicle lookups, and more
Click to view sample ID verification report
From core identity checks to enterprise-level due diligence — everything in one platform
Verify SA IDs, licences, and documents
ID + Photo (Standard)
Cached verification
ID + Photo (Enhanced)
Real-time Home Affairs
Face Match
Selfie to ID photo
Document Authenticate
OCR & liveness
Driver's Licence Authenticate
African ID Verification
Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana & more
Sanctions screening & bank account checks
AML/PEP/Sanctions
190+ countries
Bank Account Verification
All major SA banks
Company and director searches via CIPC
CIPC Company Match
Company registration
CIPC Director Search
Directorship lookup
SA and international vehicle verification
Number Plate Lookup
SA & 57 countries
VIN Lookup
Chassis number search
Selfie verification and spoof detection
Face Match
Home Affairs
Face Match
Standard
Passive Liveness
Spoof detection
Document authentication and risk signals
Document Authentication
Fraud detection
Risk Signals
Anomaly detection
From startups to enterprises, businesses across South Africa rely on VerifyNow
| Industry | Primary Use Cases |
|---|---|
E-commerce | Seller verification, buyer onboarding, fraud prevention |
Recruitment | Pre-employment screening, candidate verification, reference checks |
Property | Tenant screening, lease applications, identity verification |
Motor Dealers | Buyer ID verification, vehicle spec lookup, number plate checks |
Professional Services | Client onboarding, contractor verification, company checks |
Global Platforms | User onboarding, international AML screening, API integration |
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A commitment to platform availability with our SLA.
World-class infrastructure for security and performance.
Built-in compliance and data protection by design.
Meeting local data residency requirements.
Everything you need to know about VerifyNow
We offer comprehensive verification services including SA ID verification with Home Affairs photo matching, driver's license checks, AML/PEP screening across 190+ countries, company verification via CIPC, vehicle verification, and document authentication with fraud risk signals.
Verifying ID in South Africa is simple with VerifyNow. Simply enter the ID number. Our system automatically verifies the ID against the Department of Home Affairs database. You can also match the photo with the presented ID, and automatically check for fraud or document tampering signals. You can verify IDs through our web dashboard, API, or partner integrations. All verifications are POPIA and FICA compliant.
In South Africa, you can verify South African ID Book (green bar-coded), Smart ID Card, Driver's License Card, and Passport. All documents are verified against official government sources including Home Affairs for ID verification with photo matching. We also support international documents from 190+ countries for passport, ID card, driver's license, and residence permit verification.
Most verifications return results in under 10 seconds. ID checks with Home Affairs typically complete in 3-5 seconds. Some services like comprehensive background checks may take slightly longer depending on the depth of information requested.
Absolutely. We're POPIA aligned and FICA compliant with enterprise-grade encryption. Our infrastructure is hosted securely with HTTPS encryption throughout. All data is processed and stored in South Africa to meet local data residency requirements.
We use a simple pay-as-you-go credit system. Buy credits upfront and use them for any verification service. No monthly subscriptions or lock-in contracts. Volume discounts are available for high-usage customers. Check our pricing page for current rates.
ID verification in South Africa is fast with VerifyNow. Standard ID checks against Home Affairs typically complete in under 10 seconds. This includes verification of the ID number, name matching, photo comparison, and fraud risk assessment. Results are delivered instantly through our dashboard or API, allowing you to verify customers in real-time during onboarding.
Yes! We provide a comprehensive REST API with detailed documentation. Integrate verification directly into your onboarding flows, CRM, or back-office systems. We also offer pre-built partner integrations and can support custom webhook configurations.
Yes. Our company verification includes CIPC registration status, director and shareholder information, company history, and B-BBEE status. Ideal for vendor onboarding, due diligence, and KYB (Know Your Business) requirements.
FICA (Financial Intelligence Centre Act) requires businesses to verify customer identity before establishing relationships. VerifyNow helps you meet FICA requirements through ID verification against Home Affairs, document authentication, face matching, and AML/PEP screening. Our audit trails and reports support your compliance documentation.
Yes. Our AML/PEP screening covers 190+ countries with comprehensive sanctions list coverage. We also offer international number plate lookups across 57 countries. Perfect for businesses operating across borders or onboarding foreign nationals.
Face matching compares a live selfie against the official Home Affairs ID photo to confirm the person presenting the ID is the rightful owner. This biometric verification adds an extra layer of security to prevent identity fraud. Results are returned instantly with a confidence score.
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