To confirm the accuracy of your payout account, you may need to complete Facebook Payout Identity Verification by uploading documents such as a bank statement, business document, government-issued ID, or a selfie.
Only the financial admin of the payout account can complete identity verification. If you are not the financial admin, you will need to contact them to resolve any monetization issues.
Temporary Hold During Verification
If identity verification is required, your payout account may be placed on a temporary hold to protect your financial and personal information. You must complete verification to continue earning and receiving payouts from Facebook.
- After 60 days: Your account may become demonetized, and earnings will remain on hold.
- After 90 days: You may lose all rights to the earnings held in your payout account.
Verification usually takes a few business days, and once approved, the hold will be removed.
Bank or PayPal Documents Accepted
You can upload the following documents:
- Bank or PayPal statement (issued within the last 6 months)
- Voided check
- Passbook
- Account creation document
- PayPal statement showing the PayPal name and logo
The document must clearly show:
- Bank name or logo
- Account holder’s full name
- Account number or PayPal account ID
Accepted Government IDs
You can verify your identity using:
- Driver’s license
- National ID card
- Passport
Your ID must clearly display:
- Photo
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Issuing authority
- Expiration date
Selfie Verification Requirements
When submitting a selfie:
- Show your full face clearly
- Remove hats, sunglasses, or masks
- Ensure the selfie matches the ID submitted
Tips to Avoid Verification Failure
To make sure your verification is successful:
- Upload clear, full-color images
- Include all four corners of the document
- Avoid glare, blur, or reflections
- Do not upload expired or damaged documents
If verification fails, Facebook will notify you and allow you to resubmit your documents.
Additional Documents (If Required)
Sometimes you may need to verify your relationship with the payout account owner. Examples include:
- Business contracts or power of attorney
- Legal name change documents
- Marriage certificate or tax documents if sharing a bank account
For security purposes, your documents and selfie are stored safely and deleted once regulatory requirements allow.