Identity Verification Error Handling

V.1

If a user cannot complete an identity verification transaction, refer to the table below for guidance. It provides suggested user notices and actions for each failure type.

Recommended User GuidanceFailed LivenessFailed Biometric MatchFailed Document LivenessFailed Barcode SecurityMRZ/OCR Mismatch
Prompt user to move to better lighting (well-lit face, no glare in camera, no bright lights behind the user). Environmental factors are the key cause of false rejects.xx
Prompt user to change background.x
Prompt the user to ensure the document is well-lit and on a neutral background (no patterns and contrasting with the document).xxx
Avoid glare on the document.xxx
Prompt users to ensure they are using the original document and not a copy.x
Prompt the user to ensure the document fills the capture guides.xx
Ensure the document is clean and unobstructed.x
Inform the user you were unable to verify the authenticity of the document.xxx