Data & Identity Services
Centralised Validation Service (CVS)
The Centralized Validation Service (CVS) is a one stop shop that gives access to various identity validation services where KYC data can be extracted.
Your one-stop shop for Validation!
Unique Value Proposition
- Centralized access to essential identity validation services allows for quicker, more efficient KYC checks.
- By consolidating multiple identity validation services into one API, institutions can significantly lower operational costs associated with KYC compliance.
- Real-time validation provides reliable and timely information, improving service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Institutions can effortlessly connect to the CVS API through the NIBSS Developers Portal, ensuring a smooth transition to enhanced validation services.
Touch Point
- NIBSS Developer Portal: This is the primary touchpoint for institutions to access the CVS API for integration.
Features
- Seamless Integration: Effortlessly connect your existing systems with our user-friendly API.
- Real-Time Validation: Experience instant responses for all identity checks, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Comprehensive Data Access: Retrieve vital customer information with a single query for streamlined KYC processes.
- Enhanced Accuracy: Minimize errors and improve compliance with reliable validation services.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
(1) What is the Centralized Validation Service (CVS)?
This is a one–stop–shop service providing a connection to various identity validation services such the BVN Validation, vNIN validation and NIN validation.
(2) Who are the users of the CVS solution?
The service is suitable for Banks and OFIs who need to conduct identification validation of their customers.
(3) Does an institution require a user interface to adopt the solution?
Yes. This is an API service that institutions can seamlessly integrate their existing channels into.
(4) What is the input required to validate vNIN and what is the response to expect?
The vNIN number will be inputted, and a success or failure response will be provided.
(5) What is the input required to validate BVN and what is the response to expect?
- To validate BVN, the BVN digits must be inputted.
- A successfully validated BVN returns data such as the following: marital status, gender, surname, middle name, first name, address, date of birth, title, branch name, watchlist status, etc.
(6) What is the input required to validate NIN and what is the response to expect?
- To validate NIN, the NIN digits are required as an input alongside other data such as: first name, last name, middle name, phone number, date of birth and gender.
- Once validation is successful, a typical response will be “successful validation and match found.
(7) How can CVS be accessed for integration?
Institutions can integrate with the CVS API via the NIBSS Developers Portal. Please contact your relationship Manager for more information.