Mexico
Mexico offers advanced government verification through Bynn's Goverlink™ technology, with direct integration to the Instituto Nacional Electoral (INE), Mexico's national electoral institute. This integration provides real-time identity verification against Mexico's official voter registration database and civil registry records.
As of 2025, INE maintains records for over 95 million registered Mexican voters, making it one of the most comprehensive identity verification systems in Latin America available through Bynn's platform.
Biometric Verification with Goverlink™ in Mexico
Bynn always performs biometric verification for every Goverlink™ identity check in Mexico when possible. We compare facial biometrics from the government ID, a live selfie (liveness check), and official government databases when available. This ensures the person is real, present, and matches a verified identity. The liveness detection prevents spoofing with photos or AI-generated images. With this multi-source biometric match, Bynn delivers secure, fraud-resistant verification trusted across regulated industries.
Verification Overview
Mexico verification through Goverlink™ provides real-time authentication against INE's national voter registration database. The system offers both data-only verification and combined data with facial biometric matching for comprehensive identity validation.
Supported Verification Types:
| Verification Type | Data Verified | Biometric | Real-time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Verification | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Data and Face Verification | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| CURP Validation | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| INE Card Authentication | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Processing Time: Typically 2-7 seconds for all verification types
Mexico Identity System
Mexico uses the CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población) as the primary population registry key and the INE credential (Credencial para Votar) as the official voter identification card. These documents are managed by different institutions but work together to provide comprehensive identity verification.
Key Components:
- CURP (18-character unique population registry code)
- INE credential with voter identification data
- Comprehensive demographic information
- Biometric data (facial photograph and signature)
- Electoral registration details
- Document security features
Coverage: Available to all Mexican citizens over 18 years of age with voting credentials
Verification Methods
Data Verification
Validates INE credential information by cross-referencing document data with official records maintained by the Instituto Nacional Electoral.
Verified Data Points:
- Full name verification
- Date of birth confirmation
- CURP validation
- INE credential number (OCR number)
- Elector key validation
- Emission number verification
- Document issue date
- Registration date confirmation
Document Authentication:
- INE credential authenticity
- Document format validation
- Security feature verification
- Issuing authority confirmation
Requirements: Valid INE credential with corresponding personal information
Data and Face Verification
Comprehensive verification that combines INE credential data validation with facial biometric matching against the official photograph stored in INE's database.
Biometric Capabilities:
- Facial recognition matching against INE photo
- Liveness detection integration
- Photo authenticity verification
- Match confidence scoring
Enhanced Verification Process:
- INE credential data validation
- Facial template extraction and matching
- Combined confidence score calculation
- Anti-spoofing validation
Data and Biometric Integration:
- Complete demographic verification
- Physical identity confirmation
- Document-to-person matching
- Comprehensive fraud detection
Requirements: Valid INE credential data and high-quality facial image
CURP Validation
Specialized verification focusing on the CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población) as Mexico's primary population identifier.
CURP Structure Validation:
- 18-character format verification
- Birth date encoding validation
- State of birth verification
- Gender identification
- Homonym differentiation
- Verification digit calculation
Registry Cross-reference:
- Population registry database validation
- Civil registry record matching
- INE database cross-check
- Consistency verification across systems
Applications:
- Government service applications
- Financial account opening
- Healthcare system registration
- Educational enrollment
- Employment verification
INE Card Authentication
Advanced verification specifically designed for INE voter credentials, including comprehensive document and biometric validation.
Document Features Verified:
- INE credential number (OCR)
- Elector key authenticity
- Emission number validation
- Security feature detection
- Document lifecycle tracking
Biometric Authentication:
- Official INE photograph matching
- Signature verification capabilities
- Document integrity validation
- Anti-counterfeiting measures
Electoral Information:
- Voter registration status
- Electoral section assignment
- Polling station information
- Registration history
Requirements: Complete INE credential information and supporting biometric data
Data Verification Details
Mandatory Data Points
All Mexico verifications require specific data points depending on the verification type:
| Data Point | Data Only | Data & Face | CURP | INE Auth | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Name | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Complete name |
| Date of Birth | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | DD/MM/YYYY |
| CURP | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 18-character code |
| INE Number (OCR) | ✓ | ✓ | Optional | ✓ | 13-digit number |
| Elector Key | ✓ | ✓ | Optional | ✓ | 18-character key |
| Emission Number | Optional | Optional | ✗ | ✓ | 2-digit number |
INE Integration
About Instituto Nacional Electoral (INE)
The Instituto Nacional Electoral (INE) is Mexico's autonomous electoral authority responsible for organizing federal elections and maintaining the national voter registry. INE also serves as the primary issuer of official identification documents for Mexican citizens.
INE Responsibilities:
- Voter registration and credential issuance
- Electoral process organization and oversight
- National voter database maintenance
- Identity document authentication
- Biometric data management
- Electoral cartography and logistics
Integration Capabilities
Real-time Database Access:
- Direct connectivity to INE production systems
- Secure encrypted communication protocols
- Immediate response processing
- High availability architecture with national coverage
Comprehensive Data Coverage:
- Complete voter registration database
- Biometric information (photos and signatures)
- Electoral district and section data
- Document lifecycle and status information
- Address and demographic data
Service Reliability:
- 98.9% average uptime
- Automatic retry mechanisms
- Redundant system architecture
- Real-time monitoring across regions
Regulatory Compliance
Mexican Data Protection Laws
Ley Federal de Protección de Datos Personales (LFPDPPP):
- Explicit consent requirements for personal data processing
- Data subject rights including access, rectification, and cancellation
- Data controller obligations and security measures
- Privacy notice requirements
- Cross-border data transfer restrictions
Ley General de Protección de Datos Personales (LGPDPPSO):
- Enhanced protection for sensitive personal data
- Strengthened consent mechanisms
- Data breach notification requirements
- Data protection impact assessments
Electoral and Civil Registry Laws
Ley General de Instituciones y Procedimientos Electorales (LGIPE):
- Electoral database access and usage restrictions
- Voter information protection requirements
- INE credential security standards
- Electoral process integrity measures
CURP Regulations:
- Population registry data usage guidelines
- CURP generation and validation standards
- Inter-institutional data sharing protocols
- Privacy protection for demographic data
Common Error Scenarios
INE Service Errors
| Error Code | Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
INE_NOT_FOUND | INE credential not in database | Verify correct credential number |
CURP_INVALID | CURP format or content error | Validate 18-character CURP format |
ELECTOR_KEY_MISMATCH | Elector key doesn't match | Verify elector key accuracy |
DATA_MISMATCH | Provided data doesn't match records | Check user input accuracy |
FACIAL_MISMATCH | Biometric comparison failed | Retry with higher quality image |
Electoral Database Errors
| Error Code | Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
VOTER_NOT_REGISTERED | Person not in electoral registry | Confirm voter registration status |
CREDENTIAL_EXPIRED | INE credential beyond validity | Request current credential |
MULTIPLE_REGISTRATIONS | Duplicate voter registrations found | Require manual verification |
ELECTORAL_SUSPENSION | Voter rights suspended | Check electoral status |
System and Network Errors
| Error Code | Description | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
INE_TIMEOUT | Electoral database timeout | Implement retry with backoff |
SERVICE_UNAVAILABLE | INE system maintenance | Use fallback verification |
RATE_LIMIT_EXCEEDED | Too many verification requests | Implement request throttling |
CONNECTION_ERROR | Network connectivity issue | Retry with exponential backoff |
Performance Metrics
Typical Response Times
| Verification Type | Average Time | Success Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Data Verification | 1-5 seconds | 96.2% |
| Data and Face | 1-7 seconds | 93.8% |
| CURP Validation | 1-4 seconds | 97.5% |
| INE Authentication | 1-6 seconds | 94.7% |
Service Availability
INE maintains system availability with regional variations:
- Average Uptime: 98.9%
Updated 7 days ago