KYC — short for "Know Your Customer" — is the identity check that stands between your account and your first withdrawal. It's a one-time process, standard across most regulated betting platforms. This page covers exactly what it involves on 1King.
Every term below is explained as it comes up. No prior experience with identity checks is assumed.
What KYC Actually Confirms
At its core, KYC confirms that the person behind an account is who they claim to be. That typically means matching an uploaded identity document and a verified phone number against the details entered at registration. Platforms run this check before releasing money out of an account. It protects both the operator and the player from fraud.
It only needs to happen once. After your account is verified, future withdrawals through the same method shouldn't need the document upload repeated.
Documents 1King Asks For
The process combines identity and contact confirmation:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|
| Identity document | Colour copy of your passport (first two pages, plus residency stamp if applicable) or a national ID card |
| Phone verification | Confirmed during or shortly after registration |
| Proof of address (on request) | Driving licence copy or a recent utility bill |
Most accounts only need the identity document plus the phone check. Proof-of-address items get requested case by case, not upfront for every player. You may not be asked for them at all.
Video Verification as an Alternative
Would rather skip document uploads? 1 King also offers video verification. Instead of submitting scans, you speak directly with a representative who confirms your identity over a live call. It covers the same ground as the document route, just through conversation instead of file upload.
Both paths lead to the same verified status. Which one to pick mostly comes down to which format you're more comfortable with.
How to Complete Verification
Once your documents are ready, the process itself is short:
- Sign in to your 1King account.
- Open the verification or account settings section.
- Choose document upload or video verification.
- Submit your document, or join the video call if you picked that option.
- Confirm your phone number if that hasn't happened already.
From there, review happens on 1King's side. Clear document copies help. So does a name that matches your registration exactly, along with accurate details throughout — all of it keeps the review moving without a second attempt.
Why Verifying Early Is Worth It
It's tempting to leave verification until you actually want to withdraw. But that's exactly when a delay costs the most. Complete KYC soon after registering, well before there's a balance you're trying to access, and timing never becomes an issue.
There's a practical reason to move early too. Bets placed on an unverified account can be voided, and deposits returned, if a review gets triggered before verification is finished. Handling it up front takes that risk off the table.
After You're Verified
Once your account passes verification, withdrawals go through whichever confirmed method you deposited with — bank card or cryptocurrency. Standard withdrawals through that same method shouldn't need the documents resubmitted.
If 1 King requests additional documents later, that's typically tied to a specific account review, not a sign something's wrong. Responding promptly keeps the process moving.
Questions About Verification
Unsure which document applies to your situation, or can't find a video verification slot? Support can point you in the right direction:
- Email — [email protected], for verification-specific questions.
- Support button — built into the main site navigation.
- Telegram — 1King's Telegram channel for general questions and updates.
Handling verification early means one less thing to think about later, right when you're ready to withdraw.
