Verify your identity with ID.me to access your benefits or services online. To complete verification, you'll need:

• A smartphone with a front-facing camera
• A government-issued photo ID (U.S. driver’s license, state ID, passport, or passport card)
• Your Social Security number (SSN)

Get started

1. Go to the website of the organization or agency you need to verify for, and select the ID.me button.
2. Sign in to your existing ID.me Wallet or create a new wallet.
3. Complete multi-factor authentication (MFA) or add MFA to protect your wallet.
4. Consent to share your information with the organization, or if prompted, follow the steps below to verify. 

How verification works

Most people can verify by uploading a photo of their ID, taking a video selfie, and entering their personal info. Steps may vary slightly depending on the organization.

In general, you’ll:

1. Select your verification method (if available)
   If given the option, select Self-Service. Some organizations allow you to choose between Self-Service or a short video call.
2. Upload your document
   Upload your photo ID. Use your U.S. driver’s license, state ID, passport, or passport card. If your document isn’t accepted, learn what to do before trying again.
   
3. Take a video selfie
   This helps confirm that your photo matches your ID. If you have trouble, learn how to fix video selfie issues.
   
4. Enter your personal information
   This may include your phone number, Social Security number, and U.S. address.
5. Review and share your info. Select Allow to authorize sharing your information with the organization.
   

Having trouble verifying?

Verification issues

• I couldn’t upload my document: Visit Document upload troubleshooting
• My document was rejected: Visit Rejected documents
• My selfie didn’t work: Visit Video selfie troubleshooting

Still can't verify?

If you're unable to verify using Self-Service, you may need to Verify with a short video call.