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What is CURP and why does Aureo need it?

CURP is a mandatory Mexican government ID required for Tier 1 identity verification.

Written by Tristan

The CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población) is an 18-character alphanumeric code assigned by the Mexican government to every Mexican citizen and legal resident. It is Mexico's equivalent of a national ID number.

Why does Aureo require it?

Aureo complies with Mexican anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. The CURP is a mandatory requirement to verify your identity as part of the Tier 1 KYC (Know Your Customer) process, along with your official ID and proof of address.

What does a CURP look like?

It has exactly 18 characters. Example: GOML850101HDFNZR09

It encodes your name, birthdate, birthplace, and sex.

Where to find your CURP

  • On your INE (voter ID card): Printed on the back of your card.

  • On your Mexican passport: Appears on the personal data page.

  • Online: Look it up for free at gob.mx/curp using your name, date of birth, and state of birth.

  • On other documents: Birth certificate, military booklet, professional ID.

How to enter it in Aureo

  1. Go to your profile and tap Verify identity

  2. Complete the Sumsub biometric verification

  3. Enter your 18-character CURP in the field provided

  4. Complete the remaining forms (employment, PEP declaration, proof of address)

What if I don't have my CURP?

If you are a Mexican citizen or resident in Mexico, you already have a CURP assigned. You can retrieve it for free at gob.mx/curp. If you have trouble, contact Aureo support.

Is it safe to share my CURP?

Yes. The CURP is not a secret — it appears on publicly issued government documents. Aureo stores it securely and uses it solely for regulatory compliance.

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