identity document

Proves who you're

An identity document is an official record proving who someone is—typically a passport, driver's license, or national ID card.

These documents usually include a photograph, name, date of birth, and unique identifier.

You'll need two forms of identity document to open a bank account.

Often shortened to ID.

types

passport

Government-issued travel credential

social security card · green card · visa · work permit · student ID · residence permit · voter ID · naturalization certificate

features

photo

Captured still image

address · nationality · gender · height · eye color · place of birth · expiration date · issue date · barcode · hologram

legal

citizenship

Status as state member

asylum · immigration · emigration · border control · customs · jurisdiction · compliance · statelessness · dual nationality · legal status

security

biometric

Measuring unique physical characteristics

hologram · watermark · tamper-proof · counterfeit · fraud · laminated · RFID · forgery · authentication · validation

verification

authenticate

Confirm as genuine

notarize · cross-check · confirm · proof · scrutinize · corroborate · witness · accredit · legitimize · background check

institutions

passport office

Issues international travel documents

  • DMVVehicle registration agency
  • embassyOfficial diplomatic residence abroad
  • consulateForeign diplomatic office

registry · bureau · immigration office · USCIS · home office · vital records

Categories
Opposites
verification status

identity documentanonymity

Unknown identity state

forged documents · fake ID · disguise · alias · undocumented status

authenticity

identity documentfake ID

Fraudulent identity document

stolen identity · forgery · false papers

function

identity documentbusiness card

Printed contact information slip

receipt · flyer · coupon · ticket stub · shopping list

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G