ComplyCube Startup Program
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Free identity verification and AML checks for startups—up to 50K in credits if you have VC backing.
You get 1,000 verification credits upfront (valid 12 months), plus KYC/AML API access and compliance guidance. If you've raised VC or joined an accelerator, you can claim up to $50K more. The credits cover identity checks, document verification, and AML screening across 195+ countries. After credits run out, you lock in discounted rates on their paid tier. The catch: without institutional backing, you're capped at the 1K starter grant. Best for fintech, lending, or marketplace startups that need to verify users at scale and have already attracted investor attention.
2 tiers
Tier 1
Basic Tier
For early-stage startups, offering an initial 1,000 verification credits valid for 12 months along with core AML/KYC tools and basic technical support.
$1K
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Tier 1
Basic Tier
For early-stage startups, offering an initial 1,000 verification credits valid for 12 months along with core AML/KYC tools and basic technical support.
$1K
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- 1,000 free verification credits valid for 12 months
- Access to ComplyCube's award-winning verification platform
- Expert technical advice on AML/KYC implementation
- Global coverage in over 220 countries
- Standard integration support
Eligibility
- Incorporated within the last 3 years
- Total funding ≤ $5M
- Publicly available company website
- Committed to a FATF-aligned AML/KYC framework
How to apply
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Tier 2
Enhanced Tier
For startups with VC/accelerator backing and strong ID verification capabilities, offering up to $50,000 in additional credits and premium support.
$50K
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Tier 2
Enhanced Tier
For startups with VC/accelerator backing and strong ID verification capabilities, offering up to $50,000 in additional credits and premium support.
$50K
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- Up to $50,000 in additional verification credits
- Exclusive preview access to unreleased features
- Complimentary AML/KYC training and consultancy
- Priority technical support with dedicated account management
- 30% discount on Premium Plan services post credits
Eligibility
- VC/accelerator backing required
- Demonstrated ID verification implementation
- Meets standard eligibility criteria
How to apply
- 1
Submit Enhanced Application
Provide proof of funding and demonstrate your ID verification capabilities via the application form.
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Pros
- ✓ 1,000 free credits immediately, plus up to $50K more with VC/accelerator backing
- ✓ Global coverage (195+ countries) and enterprise-grade security from day one
- ✓ Discounted rates on paid services after credits expire—no cliff
Cons
- ✗ Credits expire after 12 months; unused balance doesn't roll over
- ✗ Significant credit boost ($50K) requires VC funding or accelerator acceptance—bootstrapped founders get 1K only
- ✗ Compliance guidance is generic; dedicated support likely requires paid tier
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