Documents required for eToro account verification

Verification is a mandatory part of registering for the eToro platform. This article will list the documents used to verify the account, including identity verification and address verification.

Preparing the correct documents in the first place will help the account verify quickly and without errors. Only after you provide eToro with both documents will your verification process begin.

1. Proof of Identity

Acceptable documents

• Passport
• Government-issued ID

A passport is the preferred proof of identity, as it is the document that will be the quickest for the eToro team to process.

Documents must contain the following elements

• Color portrait photo
• Your full name, and date of birth
• Country of issue and issue date. If it has an expiry date, that should be visible as well.
• Passport/ID number and MRZ number

2. Proof of address

Acceptable documents

Bank Statement	Tax letter or Bill
Credit Card Statement	Council Tax Bill
Internet bill, Television services bill, or Phone bill	House Rental Official Agreement – Issued by Government
Electricity, Water, or Gas Bill	Letter from your local municipality

eToro only accepts the above documents for address verification. Do not try to download documents of different types. eToro will not approve.

Unacceptable documents

Receipts	Handwritten bills
Invoices for purchasing goods	Insurance bills (except if issued by Government)

Documents must contain the following elements

• Your full name
• Current home address
• Issuing institution / Logo
• Issue date (less than 3 months for utility bill)

Request with account verification documents

Papers must be intact with all four corners, not torn or patched.

The information is displayed clearly, not blurred.

If the document is double-sided, and there’s relevant information on the backside, make sure to upload that as well.

Photographs of documents can be used, paperless directly if verified on a computer.

Conclusion

If you prepare the correct documents and clear information like the instructions above, the verification process will quickly. Remember, verification is necessary to avoid account and withdrawal limitations.

Next article, we will guide you through eToro account verification.

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