Introducing the British Columbia Driver License Verifier API — Simplifying Identity Verification

Miguel Treviño
3 min readAug 3, 2023

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Hello there, tech enthusiasts and developers! I’m thrilled to announce a revolutionary solution that simplifies the identity verification process significantly. Our newly launched API, the “British Columbia Driver License Verifier,” is here to reshape the way you handle driver’s license validation in British Columbia.

We all know how important, yet tedious, identity verification can be. This process often requires time-consuming manual checks, labor-intensive workflows, and potentially exposes sensitive information. That’s why we’ve built the British Columbia Driver License Verifier API, to streamline your verification processes and enhance security.

What Does Our API Do?

The British Columbia Driver License Verifier API verifies the authenticity of driver’s licenses in British Columbia, Canada. All you need is the document number and the last name of the driver. Just send a request to our API endpoint, and in return, you’ll receive a reliable response that confirms whether the driver’s license is valid or not.

How to Use Our API?

The usability of the API is as straightforward as its concept. Here’s a basic guide on how to use it:
First you have to create an account in Verifik at (https://verifik.co) and get 10 USD for FREE! then go to your favorite tool to make API requests, just like Postman and follow the instructions bellow:

Endpoint

Our API endpoint is https://api.verifik.co/v2/ca/british-columbia/driver-license.

Parameters

To make a request, you need to provide two parameters:

- `documentNumber`: The driver’s license document number. (e.g., 1879487)
- `lastName`: The last name of the driver. (e.g., TREVINO)

For example, a typical API request using Python and the `requests` library would look something like this:

python
import requests
response = requests.get(
"https://api.verifik.co/v2/ca/british-columbia/driver-license",
params={
"documentNumber": "1879487",
"lastName": "TREVINO"
}
)
print(response.json())

And there you have it! With this simple setup, you can start verifying driver’s licenses with ease.

{
"data": {
"documentNumber": "1879487",
"lastName": "TREVINO",
"valid": true
},
"signature": {
"dateTime": "August 3, 2023 10:25 AM",
"message": "Certified by Verifik.co"
}
}

Why Choose Our API?

Our British Columbia Driver License Verifier API boasts a host of features that make it the ideal tool for your verification needs:

- Ease of Use: With only two parameters needed and a single API endpoint, our API is incredibly user-friendly.

- Fast Response: We understand the need for speed in today’s digital age. Our API provides quick responses so you can make decisions in real time.

- Security: We ensure that all data is handled securely, maintaining the privacy and protection of all parties involved.

- Scalability: Whether you’re a start-up or a large enterprise, our API scales to meet your demands. As your needs grow, we grow with you.

The British Columbia Driver License Verifier API is more than just a tool; it’s a solution to an age-old problem, redefining the landscape of identity verification. So, why wait? Start integrating our API into your workflow today, and experience the simplicity and efficiency of automated verification.

For more information about our API and its usage, please visit our API documentation page.

We’re looking forward to seeing how you’ll utilize this API to streamline your operations, create innovative solutions, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Happy verifying!

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Miguel Treviño

I am a Senior Software Engineer currently working with biometrics and AI. I am the CTO at Verifik (https://verifik.co) & Zelf (https://zelf.world)