Customer Verification Policy
Overview and Purpose
Regulatory Compliance
Bodog’s verification policy complies with regulations established by the Kahnawake Gaming Commission and international anti-money laundering (AML) standards. These procedures are designed to:
- Verify the identity of our customers
- Prevent fraudulent activities and underage gambling
- Combat money laundering and financial crimes
- Protect legitimate players
- Ensure responsible gaming practices
When Verification Is Required
Bodog may request verification in the following circumstances:
- Before processing your first withdrawal
- When cumulative deposits reach $2,000
- When requesting withdrawals exceeding $1,000
- If inconsistencies are detected in account information
- As part of random security checks
- When changing payment methods
- If suspicious transaction patterns are detected
- At the request of regulatory authorities
Know Your Customer (KYC) Requirements
Identity Verification
All Bodog customers must verify their identity by providing government-issued identification that clearly shows:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Photograph
- Document number
- Issue/expiry dates
- Security features
Acceptable identification documents include:
- Passport
- Driver’s license
- National identity card
- Military ID
- Permanent resident card
Address Verification
You must provide proof of your current residential address with a document:
- Issued within the last 3 months
- Showing your full name and complete address
- Issued by a recognized organization or authority
Acceptable address verification documents include:
- Utility bill (electricity, gas, water, internet, telephone)
- Bank statement
- Government correspondence
- Property tax statement
- Insurance documents
- Tenancy agreement
Payment Method Verification
To verify ownership of your payment methods, you may be required to provide:
For credit/debit cards:
- Image of the card showing the cardholder’s name, first 6 and last 4 digits (other digits should be covered)
- CVV/security code should be concealed
For bank accounts:
- Bank statement showing account number, name, and address
- Letter from the bank confirming ownership
For e-wallets:
- Screenshot of account profile showing name and email address
- Transaction history showing transfers to/from Bodog
For cryptocurrency:
- Screenshot of wallet address and transaction history
Document Submission Guidelines
Quality Requirements
All submitted documents must meet these standards:
- High resolution and clearly legible
- Color images (not black and white)
- All four corners visible
- No editing, alteration, or modification
- File format: JPG, PNG, or PDF
- Maximum file size: 5MB per document
Documents that are blurry, partially visible, edited, expired, or otherwise compromised will be rejected, and you will be asked to resubmit.
Submission Process
To submit verification documents:
- Log in to your Bodog account
- Navigate to “My Account” > “Verification Center”
- Select the type of document you are uploading
- Upload files following the on-screen instructions
- Submit for review
You may also submit documents via email to verification@bodog-ca.org with your username in the subject line.
Verification Process Timeline
Standard Verification
Standard verification is typically completed within 24-48 hours after submission of all required documents. During periods of high volume, the process may take up to 72 hours.
Enhanced Due Diligence
In certain cases, Bodog may apply Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) measures, which may include:
- Additional documentation requests
- Source of funds verification
- Video verification call
- Supplementary questionnaires
EDD procedures may extend the verification timeline to 3-5 business days.
Data Security and Privacy
Information Protection
All submitted verification documents are:
- Transmitted using secure encryption
- Stored on protected servers with restricted access
- Handled only by authorized personnel
- Retained only for the period required by law
- Never shared with unauthorized third parties
Retention Policy
Verification documents are retained for the duration of your account’s active status plus a period of five years following account closure, as required by AML regulations.
Failed Verification
If verification fails, you will be notified via email with specific reasons for rejection. Common reasons include:
- Documents are illegible or incomplete
- Information mismatches between documents and account details
- Expired documentation
- Suspected document alteration
- Third-party documents (not belonging to the account holder)
You will have the opportunity to resubmit corrected or alternative documents.
Verification Compliance
Non-Compliance Consequences
Failure to complete verification when requested may result in:
- Withdrawal requests being delayed or denied
- Deposit limitations
- Account restrictions
- Account suspension
- Account closure and funds return
False Information
Providing false information or fraudulent documents constitutes a serious violation of our Terms and Conditions and may result in:
- Immediate account termination
- Forfeiture of funds
- Permanent exclusion from Bodog services
- Potential legal action
For assistance with the verification process or questions regarding our verification policy, please contact Customer Support at service@bodog-ca.org or through live chat available 24/7 on our website.