In Australia, identity documents like passports, Medicare cards, and driver’s licenses can be verified by several recognized authorities, both offline and online.
Recognized Verifiers
- Government agencies (e.g., myGov, DFAT)
- Australia Post ID services
- Banks and licensed financial institutions
- Notaries or Justices of the Peace (JP)
Digital Verification
Digital services often use Document Verification Services (DVS) linked to national databases. These tools confirm identity quickly, but may not leave behind verifiable audit trails.
How VerifyFirst Adds Trust
After verifying an ID through official means, users can timestamp the associated files with VerifyFirst to prove the verified identity document hasn’t been altered. This timestamped record is tamper-proof, anchored to Bitcoin, and instantly verifiable.
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