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FAQ: What Australian Data Sources Does Realaml Access?

Realaml leverages a range of trusted Australian data sources to verify identities and ensure compliance with AUSTRAC’s AML/CTF regulations.

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1. What Australian data sources does Realaml use for identity verification?

Realaml provides identity verification services using trusted Australian data sources to ensure compliance with AUSTRAC’s AML/CTF requirements. Below is a list of key Australian data sources that Realaml accesses.


2. What documents are verified through the Document Verification Service (DVS)?

The DVS verifies government-issued documents by matching information against official records. To access the DVS, all Reporting Entities must register with the Australian Government.

📌 Application processing time: 1–2 weeks for review and approval.


3. Full List of Australian Data Sources Accessed by Realaml

Data Source

Coverage

Verifiable Elements

Description

Document Verification Service (DVS) (Driver’s Licence, Passport, Aviation & Maritime Security ID, ImmiCards, Visas)

70% (DL), 57% (Passport)

Full Name, DOB

Input is verified from the Document Verification Service (DVS). This source requires consent.

Australian Electoral Roll

57%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from the Australian Electoral Commission.

Historical Electoral Roll

97%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from the Australian Electoral Commission.

Insurance Reference Service Database

N/A

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from the Insurance Reference Service database for Australia.

Equifax’s National Tenancy Database

6%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from Equifax’s National Tenancy Database.

Consumer Database

65%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from consumer transactional and response behavior information.

Proprietary Data Set

72%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from aggregated government, commercial, and public sources.

4x Independent Permission-Based Databases

70%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from 4 independent permission-based databases.

Commercial Credit Bureau 1

15%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from a large commercial credit bureau.

Commercial Credit Bureau 2

65%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from a large commercial credit bureau.

Public Credit Bureau

15%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from a local credit bureau public records database.

Public Phone Directory

32%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from a public phone directory in Australia.

Credit Agency Phone Directory

35%

Full Name, DOB, Address

Input is verified from a phone number directory managed by the largest credit reporting agency.


4. Why does Realaml use these data sources?

Comprehensive Coverage – Realaml accesses multiple government, financial, and commercial data sources.
AUSTRAC-Compliant – Meets AML/CTF verification and monitoring requirements.
Fast & Secure – Realaml provides instant identity verification with encrypted data handling.
Safe Harbour Ready – Supports Safe Harbour-compliant Quick IDV and Face IDV solutions.


5. Where can I get more information?

📄 Visit the official Australian Government IDMatch website: IDMatch
📩 Need help? Contact support@realaml.com or +61 423 321 383

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