Verifying your identity is an essential step before you can start trading safely on Remitano. In Nigeria, Remitano supports identity verification using the Bank Verification Number (BVN) — a government-backed biometric system introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
This guide explains exactly how to verify your BVN on Remitano in just a few minutes.
BVN stands for Bank Verification Number — a unique 11-digit number used to verify and unify all of a person’s bank account identities in Nigeria.
The BVN system:
Was introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in 2014
Uses biometric data like fingerprints and face recognition
Prevents fraud by linking a user’s bank information to a secure identity
Is mandatory for Nigerian bank account holders
With BVN, Remitano can quickly verify your identity without needing to upload paper documents.
Follow these simple steps to complete your KYC Level 2 verification using your BVN:
Sign in to your Remitano account
Tap the menu icon and choose “Verify Account”
Scroll down to find the Level 2 section
Click the “Verify” button next to it
Select Nigeria from the dropdown list
Click “Continue”
From the document list, choose “Bank Verification Number (BVN)”
Click “Start uploading documents”
Enter your 11-digit BVN in the field provided
Click “Continue” to proceed
Your BVN is secure and encrypted during the verification process. Remitano does not store your full BVN information after use.
The system will prompt you to turn on your camera
Follow the instructions to scan your face
Make sure your face is centered and well-lit
Face verification helps ensure that your BVN matches your actual identity.
The process usually takes less than 5 minutes.
Your data is checked instantly via the official Nigerian banking system
Once approved, your account will be upgraded to Level 2
You can now deposit, withdraw, and trade securely with full access
Fast and automated — no need to upload images
Endorsed by the Central Bank of Nigeria
Highly secure: biometric and government-backed
Increases your account trust level for trading
Remitano only uses your BVN for one-time verification
Your biometric or financial details are never stored or exposed
Verification is conducted in compliance with Nigerian data protection laws
If you're in Nigeria, using BVN to verify your identity on Remitano is the easiest and most secure way to complete KYC.
It only takes a few minutes — no need for scanned IDs, just your BVN and face scan.