Information extraction from identity cards

This synchronous API processes and controls official French ID documents:

• National ID Cards (2003 or 2021 model)
• Biometric Passports
• Living Permits (2011 or 2021 model)
• Driver License (2013 model)

The API extract in real-time relevant information and control information. Control information (depends on the type of identity card):

• Global Status - is the identity card a real valid card: true or false
• Are the initials are present on the photo
• Is the MRZ stripe conform regarding other extracted information
• Is the MRZ stripe valid regarding other extracted information
• Is the photo present
• Are holographic symbols present

User input controls (verify if the expected information matches the extractions):

• first name
• last name
• birth date
• gender
• photo: The photo must be in portrait format and the face must be visible and not covered.

Information extracted cover:

• Card holder's first name
• Card holder's last name
• Card holder's birth date
• Card holder's birth place
• Card holder's address
• Card delivery date
• Card expiry date
• Card Id Number
• Card MRZ

The API accepts images or pdfs. Only one format is accepted at a time. The API accepts the front and back on the same file or on two separate files (either 2 images or 2 pdf pages). A maximum of 2 pages is allowed.

For better results, it is highly recommended to provide documents under these properties:

• The image resolution should be greater than 200 DPI
• The document must not be blurred or rotated
• In case of a photo document, make sure that the text area does not contain any highlights or shadows
• The entire document must be in the frame

Please note the following rate limits are applied :

• Maximum file size: 5 MB.
• Maximum number of calls per minute: 10 calls.