Welcome to our 2025 Quarter 3 ID Verification newsletter. We are happy to review recent coverage changes, including new sources and upcoming countries, along with any new features.
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Melissa has expanded eIDV coverage to two new countries. If you would like to start testing in the new countries, please contact your sales representative.
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A new government data source has been integrated, enhancing identity verification capabilities in Barbados. This source supports validation of National ID, Full Name, Date of Birth, and Address. Barbados has made steady progress in strengthening its digital infrastructure, particularly through its Digital ID and National ID Card Replacement Project, and broader efforts in e-governance and public sector modernization. With increased investment in digital services and secure citizen data management, the country is laying the foundation for more efficient and accessible identity verification across sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government services.
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- Type: Government
- Coverage: 50% of adult population
- Verifiable Fields: National ID, Full Name, Data of Birth and Address
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A new government data source has been integrated, strengthening identity verification capabilities in the Cayman Islands. This source enables validation of National ID, Full Name, Date of Birth, and Address. The Cayman Islands has been actively modernizing its public services through digital transformation initiatives, including the implementation of eGovernment platforms and the introduction of a national ID system aimed at improving service delivery and data security. With a strong regulatory environment and growing emphasis on digital infrastructure, this integration supports more accurate and efficient identity verification across financial, governmental, and commercial sectors.
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- Type: Government
- Coverage: 50% of adult population
- Verifiable Fields: National ID, Full Name, Data of Birth and Address
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Expanded Sources in Currently Supported Countries
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A new government data source has been integrated, significantly enhancing identity verification capabilities in Brazil. This source enables high-confidence validation of National ID, Full Name, and Date of Birth, supporting secure and scalable onboarding. Brazil has made substantial investments in digital transformation through programs like Gov.br, which centralizes public services and digital identity management. With one of the highest internet user populations in Latin America and a rapidly expanding digital economy, Brazil’s modernization efforts have strengthened both the accessibility and reliability of official data sources, making this integration a key asset for robust identity verification.
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- Type: Government
- Coverage: 99% of adult population
- Verifiable Fields: National ID, Full Name, Date of Birth
- This is the current leading source in Brazil.
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Melissa is excited to announce the release of the Personator Identity Portal Pages (PI Portal).
The new portal features three new pages: Single Verification Form, Report Generation, and Dashboard.
For more information, click here.
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Melissa has implemented PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) coverage in the Watchlist feature of Personator Identity.
The new PEP search identifies individuals who are actively serving in National, State, or Local governments, enhancing the depth and reliability of identity verification for compliance and risk management.
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