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Understanding the Challenges of Libyan Identity Documents

Verifying identity documents in Libya presents unique challenges due to the country’s complex linguistic, social, and administrative structures. Implementing effective identity verification systems requires advanced technology to handle these specific hurdles. This guide explores the key challenges associated with verifying Libyan identity documents and how Shufti can help merchants overcome them.

1. Linguistic and Script Complexity

Libya’s official language, Arabic, presents significant challenges for Optical Character Recognition (OCR) due to its unique characteristics:

Cursive Script and Ligatures

Arabic is written in a cursive script, with letters changing shape depending on their position in a word (beginning, middle, end, or isolated). For example, the letter "ح" (Ḥā) has four forms:

- Isolated: ح - Beginning: حـ (e.g., حَمزة) - Middle: ـحـ (e.g., مُحَمَّد)End: ـح (e.g., سَموح)

The dynamic nature of the script complicates recognition, requiring sophisticated OCR technology to accurately identify letters based on their contextual form.

Complex Diacritical Marks

Arabic employs diacritical marks (harakat) to modify pronunciation and meaning. For example: عَلَم (flag) vs. عَلِم (he knew) Failure to capture these subtle marks accurately can lead to significant errors in interpreting names and other key data.

2. Handwritten ID Documents

One of the most significant challenges in verifying Libyan identity documents is the inclusion of handwritten information, particularly on older documents or those issued in certain regions. Both Libyan ID cards and driver's licenses can feature handwritten text, which poses challenges for traditional OCR systems. Advanced OCR technology is essential for accurately recognizing and processing these non-standard text formats and varying handwriting styles.

3. Complex Naming Structure and Cultural Differences

In Libya, names typically follow a structure that differs from Western conventions, adding complexity to identity verification processes:

Given Name (First Name):The individual’s personal name, e.g., "Umer," "Fatima."

Father’s Name (Middle Name): Rep resents the individual’s patrilineal heritage, e.g., "Salah," "Umair."

Surname/Title (Last Name): Usually signifies the Title given to a person by tribal affiliation or family, e.g., "Al-Tairi."

Tribal or Extended Family Name: Sometimes included for tribal or regional background, e.g., "Al-Misrati," "Al-Warfali."

In addition to this, Arabic personal names can be complex, often including tribal or familial components, and can have multiple Romanized spellings. For example:

"محمد" can be transliterated as Muhammad, Mohammad, or Mohamed

4. Bilingual ID Documents

Though Arabic is the dominant language, certain documents, such as Libyan passports, also include English text. This dual-language format can be challenging for verification systems, as they must switch between Arabic and English while preserving context and accuracy.

A Merchant’s Guide to Identity Verification in Libya

In Libya, merchants face specific challenges when verifying key identity documents such as national ID cards, passports, and driver's licenses. Shufti offers two distinct Verification Modes: Onsite Verification Mode and Offsite Verification Mode — allowing merchants to choose the most appropriate method based on their use cases.

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1. Verification Modes

Onsite Verification

The onsite verification process by Shufti offers an intuitive and direct interaction for end users through the sophisticated iFrame/Verify component. This user-centric approach enables individuals to seamlessly submit the required verification proofs, such as ID and address documents, etc., while receiving real-time guidance to navigate the verification process effortlessly. Upon completion, the verification results are made readily available to clients through the comprehensive Back Office portal or can be conveniently delivered via an API response, providing flexible and efficient access to vital information.

Offsite Verification

The offsite verification process by Shufti is characterized by its efficient and straightforward approach. In this, clients are responsible for gathering the necessary verification proofs/data from end users. This process streamlines the collection of essential data, enabling clients to submit it directly to Shufti effortlessly for verification. The verification results are conveniently accessible either via the comprehensive Back Office portal or can be readily retrieved through an API response. This flexibility ensures clients have efficient access to critical information.

3. Document Type Preference
and Performance

Different types of Libyan identity documents yield varying success rates in verification

ID Card

The national ID card is a primary form of identification in Libya, widely used across the country. Its standardized format allows for accurate and efficient OCR processing. Shufti’s advanced features enhance the verification process, offering seamless document reading and data extraction.

Extraction Parameters: Name, father’s name, date of birth, issue date

Driver's License

Libyan driver's license vary across regions, with multiple security and design features. Shufti's OCR technology is tailored to manage these differences, providing accurate data extraction and verification, though some cases may require extra processing time.

Extraction Parameters: Name, date of birth, issue date, document number

Passport

Libyan passports include a range of security features such as MRZ, holograms, and watermarks, which can pose challenges for OCR technology. Shufti’s systems are designed to handle these complexities, ensuring secure and reliable verification.

Extraction Parameters: Name, date of birth, issue date, document number, expiry date, gender, nationality, gender, place of issue

4. Preferred Document for Identity Verification

As Shufti, we recognize the Libyan national ID card and passport as the preferred documents for identity verification in Libya. The national ID card and passport, with their robust security features, are the primary choices for reliable identity verification. The driver's license is also widely accepted for verification, particularly for domestic transactions. Our advanced OCR technology is optimized to handle Arabic scripts, document-specific features, and handwritten elements, ensuring fast and accurate data extraction for secure identity verification.

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