Why Kite asks for KYC

What is KYC?

KYC (Know Your Customer) is the identity verification process required before you can use Kite Wallet and Kite Card features.

Why is KYC required?

KYC helps Kite comply with financial regulations in the countries where it operates. It also helps:

• Prevent fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes
• Protect the platform and its users
• Enable Kite to legally issue and support the Kite Card through traditional payment networks

Although Kite is non-custodial and you control your wallet's private keys, Kite is still required to verify users to meet regulatory requirements.

Who can complete KYC?

KYC is available to residents of the following supported countries:

• Australia
• Japan
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Vietnam

Residents or citizens of sanctioned countries are not eligible to use Kite.

What should I expect?

Time to complete

• Application: About 5 minutes
• Review: Usually completed within 10 minutes
• In some cases: Reviews may take up to 24 hours

How often do I need to complete KYC?

KYC is a one-time process. You only need to complete it again if:

• Your identity documents expire, or
• Your personal information changes.

What does KYC unlock?

Once your KYC is approved, you'll be able to:

Kite Wallet

• Send crypto
• Receive crypto
• Swap assets
• Bridge assets

Kite Card

• Apply for and activate your card
• Top up your card
• Spend online and in stores
• Withdraw cash from ATMs (coming soon)

How is my data protected?

The information you submit for KYC is securely handled in accordance with Kite's Privacy Policy. For more information about how your data is collected, stored, and used, please refer to the Privacy Policy.