KYC/AML checks

Online casino KYC and AML checks

In the modern online security issue, one of the key ones. A legal casino is required to comply with international anti-money laundering (AML) requirements and know its customers (KYC). These processes protect both the platform itself and the players - from fraud, manipulation and legal risks.

What is KYC

KYC (Know Your Customer) is a procedure for verifying a player's identity:

• Collection and verification of documents: passport, driver's license, address
• Verification of age (18 +), country of residence, license compliance
• Selfie, liveness-check, biometric reconciliation (on some systems)
• Verification by bases of sanctions and politically exposed persons (PEP)

The KYC procedure is usually triggered at the first withdrawal, when limits are exceeded, or at the request of the security service.

What is AML

AML (Anti-Money Laundering) - a set of measures to identify and block suspicious financial transactions:

• Monitoring deposits and withdrawals: frequency, amounts, sources of funds
• Identification of unusual activity: multiple transactions, non-standard schemes
• Capture and verify potential fraud
• Reporting to regulators (if licensed)

When validation is enabled

Scenario	Action
First Withdrawal	KYC Verification (Identity, Age)
Large Deposit or Quick Turnaround	AML Analysis
Game from an unusual region	IP, geoanalysis
Complaints, disputes, suspected fraud	Full profile audit

How is implemented on the platform

Downloading documents through the personal account interface
Integration with verification providers: Sumsub, Passbase, IDnow, etc.
Automatic behavior-based triggers (risk scoring)
Data retention in accordance with GDPR/CCPA and jurisdictional requirements
SLA support: verification from 5 minutes to 48 hours

Why do you need it

License compliance (MGA, Curaçao, Kahnawake, etc.)
Protecting casinos from fines, blockages and sanctions
Increased trust from players
Easier to work with PSPs, banks and providers

KYC and AML checks are not bureaucracy, but the basis of trust and safety in online casinos. They allow you to protect the platform from fraud, ensure transparent operation and meet international requirements. The introduction of modern and convenient verification procedures is a competitive advantage for any casino focused on long-term success.