MRZ Scanner Module

The MRZ Scanner Module Scans, Reads and Verifies the Machine-Readable-Zone of ID Cards, Passports, Residence Permit Cards and Further ID Documents

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Extract data from MRZ fields on identity documents with our MRZ scanner module

Our MRZ scanner module with OCR-B detection enables your app to rapidly and automatically extract personal or document specific data from international identity documents. Fully customizable, it can work with both regular MRZ formats and special formats outside the ICAO standard, such as those on Swiss driver’s licenses.

Fast and Accurate MRZ Data Capture

Based on OCR-B-recognition, data extracted as key-value pairs are the basis for automatic further identity checking and verification. The all-in-one-solution allows to extract all relevant personal data from MRZs, enabling your customers to independently confirm their identity in your app. This helps you to automate processes in diverse areas, such as travel, shipping, or finance.

MRZ scanner – identify, scan and process data from the MRZ

The MRZ scanner module is part of the MOBILE SCAN SDK and supports OCR-B-based reading and recognition of two-line (td-3, td-2) and three-line (td-1, MRV-A, MRV-B) MRZ standards. It automatically verifies the checksums that are calculated based on specific numerical data elements within the MRZ, thus verifying data integrity based on ICAO 9303. The MRZ scanner is combined with other modules from the MOBILE SCAN SDK for creating a multi-purpose scanning solution.

What is a MRZ?

An MRZ consists of multiple lines of alphanumeric characters and can be found on ID cards, passports, residence permit cards or driver’s licenses.

The MRZ contains information on the

  • holder (name, surname, date of birth, sex, nationality)
  • document (document number, expiration date, type)
  • issuing country

in a standard format that can easily be parsed by follow-up processes.

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How the MRZ Scanner Reads Data From the MRZ

To meet strict privacy requirements, the OVD Kinegram MRZ scanner module does not take a photo of the MRZ area. Using OCR, our MRZ scanner recognizes and extracts the data directly from the video stream of the smartphone camera and forwards the obtained MRZ data directly to the parent app or follow-up processes, for example, the OVD Kinegram eMRTD Connector.

MRZs are scanned using OCR text recognition. This is facilitated by the OCR-B font, which eases reading by electronic devices.

Scanning and decoding an MRZ involves three steps:

  1. The MRZ scanner captures the MRZ area of the document to be read and verifies the checksums.
  2. MRZ is captured by OCR; MRZ data is being extracted.
  3. The MRZ scanner validates the extracted information against the check digits of the MRZ according to ICAO 9303. If this fails, it outputs an error and the scan can be repeated.

Integration of our MRZ Scanner Into Apps

With our MOBILE SCAN SDK (available for iOS and Android), you are able to enrich your apps with features for secure and automated reading of MRZ information. The MRZ scanner module is part of our MOBILE SCAN SDK and includes all the features you need for fast and reliable scanning of MRZs in multiple data formats and of various identity documents, such as ID cards, passports, residence permit cards and driver’s licenses. The MRZ scanner module allows you to extract information and automatically assign the correct data types.

MRZ Scanner and eMRTD Connector

The data captured by the MRZ scanner can also be used directly with our eMRTD Connector. With the MRZ data, the eMRTD Connector logs on to the chip on the ID card and reads out further information to check and verify identities.

Experience Seamless Identity Document Verification in an Instant

Instantly and automatically acquire data of passports, ID cards, residence permit cards, driver’s licenses and other identity documents with the OVD Kinegram MOBILE SCAN SDK. Attract and retain more customers with this comprehensive and powerful app.

Smooth Identity Verification

The OVD Kinegram MOBILE SCAN SDK (available for iOS and Android) ensures a secure and seamless customer experience. It’s designed to make identity verification easy, fast, and fraud-proof, regardless of credential.

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