General specifications

Documentation is key evidence of authenticity for our compliance check. To ensure a faster and smoother process, please submit clear and valid documentation.

Here are the specific requirements:

Aspects	Specific requirements
Accepted formats	JPEG, JPG, and PNG.
Color detail	Full color
Maximum file size	13MB maximum file size.
Minimum resolution	600x600
Image clarity	Clear image without dirt or obstructions.

Company documentation

The documents we require for a company will depend on the industry type, country, and risk level. Below you can find the explanation for all the possible company-related documents.

Company information

Document Type	Description
`BANK_STATEMENT`	Bank confirmation letter or bank statement (no older than 6 months). Please add a Bank Statement with a current date that clearly displays the account belongs to the company that will be signing the agreement with dLocal and from which dLocal will be processing PayIn and/or PayOuts.
`TAX_ID`	Document issued by the tax authority showing the tax identificatory number that the company uses for tax filing and reporting purposes.
`CERTIFICATE_OF_INCORPORATION`	A certificate of incorporation relates to the formation of the company and is usually issued by a government entity. The information in the certificate varies from country to country but may include the following: (a) type of corporation; (b) name of the corporation, (c) legal address, (d) date when the company was incorporated, (e) public registry where the company was incorporated, etc. Sometimes it can also include information on shareholders.
`CERTIFICATE_OF_GOOD_STANDING`	The certificate of Good Standing confirms: (a) continuous unbroken existence since incorporation; (b) all relevant filings have been made; and (c) no action has been taken to strike the company off. Note: If the company has up to 12 months of incorporation is not required.
`SECRETARY_OF_STATE_REGISTRATION`	The Secretary of State registration is documentation filed with the Secretary of State in the United States. Only for the USA.
`ARTICLES_OF_ASSOCIATION_BYLAWS_MEMORANDUM_OF_INCORPORATION`	These documents set out the purpose and duration of the company, rights, duties, and responsibilities of shareholders and directors, in addition to rules for governance, administration, representation, and legal domicile. Please add them as applicable.
`SOURCE_OF_FUNDS_DECLARATION`	This document provides information about the source of funds being used in a financial transaction or business activity.
`OTHER_DOCUMENT`	Can be used to send additional documentation.

Company activity

Document Type	Description
`COMPANY_AUDITED_FINANCIAL_STATEMENTS`	Financial Statements reviewed by an independent professional (i.e., an Auditor) and including a report/opinion.
`AML_POLICIES`	The policies and procedures the company has in place to prevent and detect money laundering, terrorist financing, bribery and corruption, and sanctions.
`INDEPENDENT_REPORT_AML`	Independent report on the effectiveness of AML policies and procedures. This document is required to understand the effectiveness of the compliance framework.
`COPY_OF_REGULATORY_LICENSE`	This document is required to confirm if the company is operating within the local legal framework.

UBO and directors

Document Type	Description
`OUTLINE_OF_COMPANY_OWNERSHIP_STRUCTURE`	Outline of the company's ownership structure. A clear corporate ownership structure of the company with full legal names, country of incorporation, and % of participation, outlining the ultimate beneficial owners and signed by the legal representative.
`SHAREHOLDERS_REGISTRY`	A shareholder registry is a document where shareholders' interest in the company is recorded.
`DIRECTORS_REGISTRY`	A director registry is a document that shows the names of the directors appointed by the company to represent it. By law, companies are required to keep this list up to date to remove those directors who are deceased or resigned and to add those who have been elected by the shareholders.
`UBO_COPY_OF_ID_{i}`	Replace {i} with the index of UBO sent in the KYC documentation service, starting from 1. This document is required to validate the individual's identity.
`UBO_PROOF_OF_ADDRESS_{i}`	Replace {i} with the index of UBO sent in the KYC documentation service, starting from 1. This document is required to validate the individual's country of residence.
`DIRECTOR_COPY_OF_ID_{i}`	Replace {i} with the index of Director sent in the KYC documentation service, starting from 1. This document is required to validate the individual's identity.
`DIRECTOR_PROOF_OF_ADDRESS_{i}`	Replace {i} with the index of Director sent in the KYC documentation service, starting from 1. This document is required to validate the individual's country of residence.

Individuals' validations

Proof of identity

Providing a valid identity document is a crucial step in the User account creation process.

We accept the main types of ID recognized in each country.

Country	Type
Argentina	DNI (Documento Nacional de Identidad)
Brazil	National ID Cédula de identidade/RG (Registro general) [For nationals] RNM [For foreigners] RNE [For foreigners] Driver's license Carteira Nacional de Habilitação
Mexico	INE (Credencial de elector)
Colombia	Cédula de identidad

Image best practices

Here's a demonstration illustrating both approved and disapproved scenarios.

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Check your identity document validity
Please ensure that all the identity documents are valid. We recommend submitting documents that remain valid for at least three months beyond the current date.

Selfie

These are the requirements for taking a selfie:

Take a photo against a plain white background. Avoid wearing hats, dark glasses, or anything that could obscure your facial features.
The photo should display a front view of your whole face from the shoulders up, with your eyes open and looking directly at the camera.
Avoid using blurry images, filters, or enhancements. The image should be clear.
Maintain a vertical orientation.

Proof of address

We have the following requirements to validate the proof of address to be:

Requirement	Description
Validity	Documents no older than 3 months.
Type	Utility bill or bank statement.
Additional details	Make sure the full name, date, and address are included.