The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) works with ID.me to verify Virginia residents requesting benefits and services online. This article explains how to verify your identity for VEC.
Sign in to VEC
If you already have an ID.me account, sign in to your account:
- Go to the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) UI Direct Login Page.
- Select Sign in with ID.me.
- Follow the prompts to sign in to your ID.me account.
- If required, follow the prompts to provide any additional information.
- From the Authorize screen, review the information that VEC will receive and then select Allow to consent to share that information with them. Otherwise, follow the prompts to verify your identity.
I can’t sign in to my ID.me account
- Changed your phone number? Visit I changed my phone number.
- Have trouble with MFA? Visit Resetting your multi-factor authentication (MFA) method.
- Unsure of your sign-in issue? Visit I can’t sign in to my account.
Verify for VEC
If you’ve never had an ID.me account, you’ll create an account before verifying your identity. After you create your account, you’ll choose how to verify:
- Self–Service: Upload your identity documents and a video selfie. This self-directed process usually takes 5-10 minutes and guides you through each step on your screen. For step-by-step instructions, visit Verifying your identity with Self-Service.
- Video Call: Upload your identity documents, enter your personal information, then join an ID.me Video Chat Agent on a video call. The agent will compare you to the document you uploaded. For step-by-step instructions, visit Verifying with a short video call.
- In Person: Book an appointment and bring your identity documents and 'Registration Code' to an Identity Network Location at your scheduled time. If you choose the walk-in option, you can visit at your convenience. For step-by-step instructions, visit Verifying your identity in person.
Who to contact for help
ID.me
ID.me can help if you have trouble with your account or verifying your identity. Common issues include:
- Signing in to your account
- Uploading documents or selfies
- Fixing rejected documents
VEC
For any questions after you complete the verification process, contact the Virginia Employment Commission.