Do you need an ID for a Bitcoin ATM transaction?

This post is intended for the U.S. market. Rules may vary by state or country.

Pro tip: save time and trouble at the machine by registering online. You can also use your registered account to view previous transactions and other useful info.

Main points (for USA customers)

• Transactions below $1000 do not require ID, only a name, date of birth, and a mobile phone number.

• Transactions exceeding $1000 require additional identification.

Buying Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies at a Bitcoin ATM is the easiest way to convert your cash to crypto safely and fast. To ensure you get your Bitcoin as quickly as possible, you must come prepared to the Bitcoin ATM. If you have read our guide on How to Use a Bitcoin ATM, you will know that you need your name, date of birth, mobile number, cash, and a crypto wallet to use a CoinFlip ATM. But, depending on the size of your transaction, you may be required to submit additional identification. This article breaks down everything you need to know about Bitcoin ATM ID requirements.

Do you need identification to use a Bitcoin ATM?

Yes and no. CoinFlip breaks down transaction limits into 3 tiers, all requiring different amounts of identifying information: Tier 1 $20-$960, Tier 2 $961-$2,995, Tier 3 $2,996-$19,000 - daily.

• $20-$960 - For Bitcoin ATM transactions below $960, you only need to enter your name, date of birth, and mobile phone number.

• $960-$2,995 - For transactions between $960 and $2,995, you must register as a tier 2 customer. You can do this at the Bitcoin ATM or online. To register, you must submit your name and mobile phone number in addition to a government-issued photo ID. Our third-party verification system, Veriff, will process your credentials.

• $2,995-$19,000 - For transactions between $2,995 and $19,000, you must share your name, mobile number, government-issued photo ID, submit to Veriff, plus enter your social security number. To make transactions within this range, you will first need to call CoinFlip's 24/7 customer support line at (877) 757-2646 before completing your transaction.

What types of ID does a Bitcoin ATM accept?

Are you looking to buy between $960 and $2,995 worth of Bitcoin or another cryptocurrency? You will be required to become a tier 2 CoinFlip user, which means submitting a government-issued photo ID. Below, find a list of acceptable government-issued IDs:

• Driver's License

• State ID

• Passport (will require follow-up call)

• Passport Card (will require follow-up call)

• Employment Authorization Card (cannot surpass tier 2)

• Tribal ID (if it contains the required information)

Are there exceptions or different rules for some states?

Many states have unique regulations which are updated or modified often. Creating and updated a comprehensive list would be too difficult for this humble blog, but usually if there's a departure from the tiered system mentioned above the ATM will say so on the screen when you make a transaction. The most notable exception is California, where they use a 2-step process involving a cashier.

Learn more about CoinFlip Bitcoin ATMs

To learn more about why identification is sometimes required when using a Bitcoin ATM, check out this article, How is Bitcoin Regulated?. 

Are you interested in buying bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies but aren't sure where to start? Check out our Beginner's Guide to Buying Bitcoin. 

Are you looking to buy Bitcoin with cash? Find your closest CoinFlip Bitcoin ATM location, and convert your cash to crypto safely, securely, and fast.