Identity verification (KYC) on Abarai is done only once. After you complete it, subsequent transactions are automated — no extra steps, no repeated documents (in most cases, only your email address is verified).
Verification is required by European MiCA and AML regulations — the same rules that apply to all crypto platforms authorized in the European Union.
When is verification required?
| Situation | Verification Required |
|---|---|
| First low-value transactions | Minimal or none (email + billing details) |
| Transactions above a certain threshold | ID document + selfie — one time only |
| Sending to a new personal wallet (Ledger, MetaMask, Trust Wallet) | Confirmation that the wallet belongs to you — fast, automatic |
| Subsequent transactions after verification | Automatic — no extra steps |
What verification involves — 3 steps, under 5 minutes
1
ID document
A photo of your ID card or passport. All 4 corners must be visible and the text must be clear. Screenshots or edited photos are not accepted.
2
Live selfie
A simple facial scan using your camera — position your face in the frame and move your head slightly. It takes a few seconds. This isn’t a static photo — the system verifies you are present in real time.
3
Wallet confirmation (when applicable)
If you send cryptocurrency to a personal wallet for the first time, you may need to confirm that the wallet belongs to you.
After verification — everything becomes automatic
Once verification is complete, your account is confirmed. Subsequent transactions no longer require documents or extra steps — the process is fully automatic.
If you add a new wallet you haven’t used before, a quick one-time confirmation that it belongs to you may appear — but this does not mean a full identity verification again.
Your data is safe
| What we do with your data | What we don’t do |
|---|---|
| We store data in compliance with GDPR | We don’t sell your data |
| We share information only when required by law | We don’t use it for third-party marketing |
| Access to data is strictly controlled | We don’t share it with unrelated third parties |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to verify myself for every transaction?
No. Verification is done only once. Subsequent transactions are automated — no more documents or extra steps are needed.
What documents are accepted?
ID card or passport. The document must be valid and all details must be visible in the photo. Driver’s licenses or other documents are not accepted.
How long does approval take?
Usually under 5 minutes — the process is automatic. In rare cases, manual review can take up to a few hours.
Why do I need to confirm that the wallet belongs to me?
MiCA regulations require crypto platforms to confirm that funds are sent to an address controlled by you, not by an unknown third party. It’s a security measure for your benefit — confirmation takes 1-2 minutes and is done automatically.
My transaction is stuck. What should I do?
If a transaction is pending due to a verification step, you’ll receive a notification with clear instructions. You can contact our team directly — we respond by phone or WhatsApp.
Why am I being asked for this now even though I’ve been using Abarai for a long time?
The EU’s Travel Rule regulation for cryptocurrencies came into effect in December 2024. Even existing users may encounter these checks for the first time, especially for higher-value transactions or new wallets.