For workers to have a Branch Premier account, they must go through an identity verification process. This multi-step process may request additional information and a form of government-issued identification if necessary.
When uploading documentation, please note the following requirements:
- A clear, direct photo of the ID showing all four corners must be used.
- Screenshots, electronic replicas, and digitally modified images cannot be accepted.
Please advise workers that we can only accept the following forms of government-issued identification (Military IDs cannot be accepted):
- U.S. Driver's License or Driver's Permit
- U.S. State ID
- U.S. Passport
- U.S. Passport Card
- Permanent Resident Card
- Work Permit
- Social Security Card
- Student ID
Essential Account Verification
The following information is required for verification in order to create an Essential account:
- Full name
- Birthdate
- U.S. Mailing address
Premier Account Verification
The follow information is required for verification in order to create a Premier account:
- Full name
- Birthdate
- Social Security Number
- U.S. Mailing address
- Photo of U.S. government-issued ID
Minor Account Verification
The following information is required for verification in order to create a Minor account:
- Full name
- Birthdate
- Social Security Number
- U.S. Mailing address
- Photo of U.S. government-issued ID
Important to Note: A phone number and email address is required for all account types and is used for account security and communications.
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Branch is not a bank. Banking services are provided by Lead Bank, Member FDIC and Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC, which are Branch’s bank partners. The name of the bank partner for your account is listed on the back of your debit card and can also be found in the Branch App under “Your Account Information”. FDIC insurance only applies to eligible accounts should the bank holding your funds fail. Branch Mastercard Debit Cards are issued by Evolve Bank & Trust or Lead Bank, Member FDIC, as applicable, pursuant to a license from Mastercard and may be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted.