Can I Use a Driver's License for OKX KYC Verification?
Yes. OKX's KYC identity verification accepts a driver's license as one of the valid documents. According to OKX's official Help Center and multiple verification guides, the platform accepts government-issued photo IDs including passports, identity cards, and driver's licenses. A driver's license can be used for Lv.1 basic verification, and in some regions it can also serve as proof of address for Lv.2 if the address is clearly visible and matches the registered address.
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Prerequisites
Before using a driver's license for verification, make sure of three things:
The license is valid – Expired documents will be rejected outright. OKX explicitly does not accept temporary or paper documents, including temporary driver's licenses.
It's the original document – You must photograph the original. Screenshots, re-photographs, or photocopies are not accepted.
Your region supports driver's license verification – OKX's accepted document types may differ by region (for example, U.S. users typically need a driver's license or state ID together with an SSN), but a driver's license is generally accepted as valid proof of identity in most areas.
Step 1: Ensure Your Driver's License Meets Document Requirements
What to do: Before starting verification, check that your driver's license meets the platform's basic conditions.
How to do it – go through each item:
| Check Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Document Status | Must be valid, not expired |
| Document Type | Official driver's license accepted; temporary or paper documents not accepted |
| Photo Source | Must be taken from the original; screenshots, re-photographs, or photocopies not accepted |
| Clarity | Document photo must be clear and readable, showing full name, ID number, issue date, and expiration date |
| Fully Framed | When photographing, ensure all four corners are visible, with no glare, obstruction, or watermarks |
When is it complete: You have confirmed that your driver's license meets all the above conditions.
OKX requires all information (including the document photo) to be clear and legible. If the photo is blurry, has glare, or is missing corners, the system will reject it immediately.
Step 2: Select Driver's License and Upload During Identity Verification
What to do: Log in to the OKX app, enter the identity verification process, choose Driver's License as the document type, and upload as required.
How to do it:
Open the OKX app, tap the [User Center] icon in the top left corner of the homepage → [Profile and Settings] → [Profile] → [Identity Verification].
Tap [Verify Now], then in the "Select Document Type" option, choose Driver's License.
Fill in the details from your license: name (pay attention to spelling and capitalization), document number, date of birth, etc., ensuring they match the original character for character.
In a well‑lit environment with a plain background, photograph the front and back of your driver's license, making sure all four corners are visible and there is no glare.
Follow the on‑screen prompts to complete facial recognition (liveness check) and confirm that it is you.
When is it complete: The driver's license photos have been uploaded successfully, facial recognition passed, and the page shows the review stage.
In some cases, a driver's license can also be used for Lv.2 address verification – if the address printed on the license is clearly visible and matches the residential address you provided, it may serve as both proof of identity and proof of address.
Step 3: Wait for Review and Check the Result Notification
What to do: After submission, wait for the OKX review team to process your application.
How to do it:
OKX uses a dual system of automated initial review and manual review. Lv.1 basic verification usually returns a result within 30 seconds; Lv.2 advanced verification typically takes from a few minutes up to 24 hours.
Once approved, you will receive a notification in the app and by email, and your account features will be unlocked according to the corresponding level.
If rejected, the page will display the reason for rejection (e.g., blurry photo, information mismatch). Correct the issue based on the prompt and resubmit.
When is it complete: You receive the approval notification and the identity verification page shows "Verified".
Common Reasons for Rejection
| Failure Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Blurry driver's license photo | Blurred, glare, incomplete corners, or using a re‑photograph/screenshot |
| Driver's license expired | Submitting an expired document results in immediate rejection |
| Information mismatch | Name or document number entered does not match the original |
| Facial recognition failed | Face obscured, poor lighting, or actions not performed as required |
| Temporary license used | OKX does not accept temporary or paper licenses |
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Risk Reminders
One identity document can only be used to verify one OKX account; it cannot be reused.
Do not submit fake or someone else's driver's license. OKX's compliance team verifies document authenticity, and any falsified documents will result in account freezing.
KYC review is free. Do not trust any third‑party services that claim "pay to guarantee approval."
Next steps: After confirming your driver's license is valid and the information is clear, open the OKX app, go to [Identity Verification], select Driver's License as your document type, upload the front and back, and complete facial recognition. After submission, check the review result – usually within 24 hours.
