Status explanation
Identity Verification Failed: Meaning and Next Steps
Identity information did not pass the required verification.
Reviewed 2026-09-23
Identity Verification Failed explained with practical next steps and common checks.
01
What it means
Identity information did not pass the required verification.
02
What to do next
- Check ID number and names for mistakes.
- Make sure identity records are consistent.
- Complete the required identity-verification step.
- Do not pay an agent to bypass identity checks.
03
What not to do
- Do not share PINs or OTPs.
- Do not pay someone for a guaranteed status change.
- Do not create duplicate applications unless the process specifically requires a new application.
How this page is verified
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Last editorial review: 2026-09-23