Identity document number in Flutterwave usually means the number printed on the government-issued ID you use for verification, such as your passport number, NIN, driver’s license number, or similar ID number depending on the country and the verification flow. Flutterwave’s support pages indicate that a valid means of identification is required during onboarding, and they specifically tell users to use the correct identity number and ensure the ID is still valid.

What it refers to

It is not a Flutterwave-generated number. It is the official ID number from the document you submit for KYC or account verification. For example, if you upload a passport, the identity document number is the passport number; if you use a national ID, it is that card’s ID number.

Why Flutterwave asks for it

Flutterwave uses identity details to verify users, meet compliance requirements, and reduce fraud risk. Their documentation and support pages show that identity documents are part of account onboarding and verification checks.

How to fill it correctly

  • Use the number exactly as it appears on the ID document.
  • Do not use your bank account number, BVN, or phone number unless the form specifically asks for those.
  • Make sure the document is valid and not expired.

Practical example

If you are verifying with a Nigerian driver’s license, the identity document number would be the driver’s license number on the card. If you are using a passport, it would be the passport number.

TL;DR

In Flutterwave, “identity document number” means the number on the ID you submit for verification, not a separate Flutterwave ID.