What documents should I bring for my In-Person Identity Verification Process?

ID documents are required for in-person verification processes. These documents can vary depending on the reason for the identity verification process. The requirements for identity documents must be strictly adhered to in order to make a submission from a Sterling Identity kiosk.

In addition to your Registration code, you need to bring 2-3 identity documents to your appointment:

One identification document must be from the primary list below, and match your current name and date of birth.

One identification document must contain your current valid US address.

Note: You may be required to bring an additional document that lists your full Social Security Number. Your appointment confirmation email will outline the documents your document requirements.

Primary documents

• State-issued driver’s license
• State ID card, if the state’s identification card standards are the same as for the driver’s license
• U.S. passport or passport card
• Federal, state, or local government agency ID card with photograph
  • Note: Military IDs, temporary, and paper documents are not accepted.
• Foreign passport that has a passport number
• U.S. Coast Guard merchant mariner card
• USCIS permanent resident card (I-551)
• USCIS employment authorization card (I-766)
• Canadian driver’s license

Secondary documents

• Social Security card
• State government issued certificate of birth
• Marriage certificate (government certificate issued)
• Court order for name change/gender change/adoption/divorce
• Current school ID with photograph
• Draft record
• Native American tribal document
• U.S. government issued consular report of birth abroad
• U.S. Tribal or Bureau of Indian Affairs identification card
• Vehicle Registration / Title
• Voter Registration / Voter Registration card

Secondary documents (One year limit)

These secondary identification documents must list a statement or due date from within the last year. They must also display your full name, current address, and account number, except for pay stubs.

• Bank, loan, or financial institution statement issued by the bank (this must show the full account number, full name, and current address)
• Cable or internet bill
• Electric bill
• Gas bill 
• Medical bill
• Phone bill 
• Water bill
• Paycheck stub - the financial information can be redacted (removed, marked out, or otherwise hidden)

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