Uploading documents for advertisers on TikTok

Last updated: October 2025

To protect users and comply with regulations, TikTok may require advertisers to upload official documents to prove that your business is registered. To avoid future ad delivery delays, it is best to submit the documents promptly.


Accepted document types


For individuals

The following documents are generally accepted for verification. For requirements specific to your region or market, learn about acceptable documents for individual identity verification.

  • Passport

  • Driver's license

  • National ID


For businesses, corporations, and organizations

For specific requirements to your region or market, learn about acceptable documents for business verification by market.



Required information for business verification documents

Make sure these documents are not expired and that they're issued by relevant authorities. Documents must include:

  • Full name (matching the "Company Name or Individual Name")

  • Full certification number

  • Full address. If you're submitting business documents, the address should match your company's address. If you're submitting documents as an individual, this should match your personal address.


Requirements for submitted documents

  • Clear and complete documents, avoid blur images

  • All four corners visible

  • No third-party watermarks except for advertising agencies

  • For Personal Documentation, user must show the age of 18 years or older

  • Selfies must include only the account holder, show the full face and top of shoulders, and be well-lit and unblurred

  • No submission of biometric data (such as fingerprints)


Document Rejection

If your document has been rejected and you disagree with this decision, you may submit an appeal.


If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have other ways to seek resolution, such as out-of-court dispute settlement processes or in-court proceedings. Learn more about complaint handling.