{"id":37,"date":"2019-09-06T14:39:34","date_gmt":"2019-09-06T09:09:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abhashstempblog.wordpress.com\/2019\/09\/06\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T14:33:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T09:03:05","slug":"passport-verification-using-mrz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/","title":{"rendered":"Passport Verification Using MRZ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>[Originally Published September 6th 2019 Last Update May 13 2022]<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cOf all the books in the World, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport.\u200a&#8221;<\/p>\n<cite>Unknown<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The earliest reference of the passport can be found from the reign of Henry V, in an Act of Parliament dated 1414. Passport, in literal terms, is a document used to pass through the ports of another state. Or, through the gates in city walls (\u2018portes\u2019 in French) in ancient times. The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/travel\/2006\/nov\/17\/travelnews\"> origin of the word \u2018passport\u2019<\/a> is still up for debate, but the value it holds is still true to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e2545a13d6d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e2545a13d6d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/#Frauds_using_Passport\" >Frauds using Passport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/#MRZ_Passport_Verification\" >MRZ Passport Verification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/#About_SpringVerify\" >About SpringVerify<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/passport-verification-using-mrz\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frauds_using_Passport\"><\/span>Frauds using Passport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, there have been different safety precautions taken to curb the frauds through passport verification. Yet the rise in levels of passport fraud is a grave concern. Reportedly Nirav Modi of Punjab National Bank fraud <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businesstoday.in\/current\/corporate\/nirav-modi-possessed-3-passports-residency-cards-of-uae-singapore-hong-kong-uk-court-told\/story\/329776.html\">possessed 3 passports<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During a crucial hire, a passport verification service has been used by most firms. The document is a confirmation of the authenticity of an individual in terms of identity. Confirming the authenticity of candidates during a hiring process should be of prime importance for any company.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2.png\" alt=\"SV-BGV-get-started-now-banner\" class=\"pure-lazyload wp-image-508910\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2.png\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2.png\" alt=\"SV-BGV-get-started-now-banner\" class=\"pure-lazyload wp-image-508910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/2-2-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MRZ_Passport_Verification\"><\/span>MRZ Passport Verification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the primary verifications involves scanning the MRZ (machine-readable zone) code. The MRZ contains the name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, sex, and passport expiration date of an individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During this verification, the Passport MRZ code is checked and matched with the code generated using the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) algorithm. Any inconsistency in MRZ code is indicative of manipulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/screenings\/passport-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Passport verification<\/a> is a standard process during a background check by <a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/\">SpringVerify<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Passport is bound to become a major component in an individual\u2019s identity going forward. In a scenario where governments will have identities stored cryptographically, validating an individual would only require an iris scan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Till such a future happens, individual <a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/identity-check\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">id verification<\/a> will have different forms including passport verification system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background\">Doing background verification yourself is complicated and time-consuming. Try our&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/?utm_source=SpringVerify+India+Blog&amp;utm_medium=passport+verification+using+mrz&amp;utm_campaign=SpringVerify+Blog+Conversion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">employee background verification platform, Springverify<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 where employee verifications happen seamlessly and with minimal effort required from both the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_SpringVerify\"><\/span>About SpringVerify<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SpringVerify is the modern take on the age-old problem of employee verification being costly, tedious, and out of reach of small businesses. We are trying to build a platform where the <a href=\"https:\/\/us.springverify.com\/blog\/simplifying-the-employee-verification-process\/\">employee verification process<\/a> happens seamlessly and with minimal effort required from both the company and the employee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We believe that employee verification is a must for any business. It is a critical process in ensuring that every employee working with you is faithful and could be trusted. CareerBuilder survey shows that a company stands to lose on average $17000 on a wrong hire. Read more here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have built the platform with blockchain and believe that it will change virtually everything it comes in contact with. Blockchain helps us in building a decentralized system which keeps all our data secure and immutable. Read more here<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should I conduct a passport verification?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For identity verification purposes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To ensure that MRZ Passport code is intact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It offers more effective data validation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is an <a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/background-screening-automation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">automated bgv process<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can I find my MRZ code?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find the code at the bottom of your passport. It contains digits, letters, and chevrons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How many digits are MRZ code?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An MRZ code has a layout of 36 characters- 31 for alphabets, 7 for personal number, and one less check digit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if MRZ code doesn\u2019t get detected?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there is any inconsistency in the MRZ code or the details offered, it is possibly fraudulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can someone do with my Passport details?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Someone with your passport details can use it for fraudulent purposes. They can impersonate you and get access to even confidential information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I find my Passport number?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how your passport number looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is 8 characters long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First two characters are upper-case alphabets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next two characters are numbers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The next character is either a zero or a whitespace character.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next 4 characters are any numbers from 0-9.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Last character is any digit between 1-9.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><em>[Originally Published September 6th 2019 Last Update May 13 2022]<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29.png\" alt=\"hassle-free-bgv-get-started-now-banner-1\" class=\"pure-lazyload wp-image-508912\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29.png\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29.png\" alt=\"hassle-free-bgv-get-started-now-banner-1\" class=\"pure-lazyload wp-image-508912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-60x20.png 60w, https:\/\/blog.in.springverify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/29-480x160.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That was all about Passport Verification, there are plenty of other documents you can use for verification purposes. If you&#8217;re searching for more details around it, here&#8217;s what can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/vaccination-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Vaccination Verification Is A Game-Changer For Your Company?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/permanent-account-number-pan-frauds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/permanent-account-number-pan-frauds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How can Pan Card be misused? And ways to prevent them<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/identity-check\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/identity-check\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Importance of Identity Check and How It Works<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-aadhaar-masking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-aadhaar-masking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aadhaar masking: Here\u2019s what you need to know about<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/the-need-for-a-unified-driving-license-format-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/the-need-for-a-unified-driving-license-format-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Unified Driving Licence format in India: why was it important?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/aadhaar-xml-paperless-ekyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/in.springverify.com\/blog\/aadhaar-xml-paperless-ekyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Steps to get your Aadhaar XML Paperless e-KYC Done<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[Originally Published September 6th 2019 Last Update May 13 2022] \u201cOf all the books in the World, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport.\u200a&#8221; Unknown The earliest reference of the passport can be found from the reign of Henry V, in an Act of Parliament dated 1414. 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