Documentation Requirements

DV certificates require minimal documentation since validation occurs through automated technical means. Applicants need only prove domain control, requiring access to domain email accounts, DNS management interfaces, or web server file systems. No business documentation is necessary, making DV certificates accessible to individuals and organizations regardless of legal structure.

OV certificates require moderate documentation to verify organizational identity. Typical requirements include business registration documents (articles of incorporation, partnership agreements, or business licenses), proof of physical address (utility bills, bank statements, or lease agreements), and verification of the applicant's authority to request certificates (employment verification or authorization letters). Having these documents readily available significantly streamlines validation.

EV certificates demand extensive documentation reflecting their rigorous validation requirements. Beyond OV documentation, EV validation typically requires proof of operational history (tax returns, financial statements, or bank references), legal opinion letters or accountant letters attesting to business details, corporate board resolutions authorizing certificate requests, and detailed information about corporate structure and ownership. International organizations may need apostilled documents or certified translations.