Bitcoin Depot Requires ID for Every Crypto ATM Transaction

• Bitcoin Depot has begun requiring identity verification for every ATM transaction to strengthen compliance and prevent fraud.
• The change expands earlier onboarding ID checks and follows increased regulatory scrutiny and fraud concerns.

U.S. Bitcoin ATM operator Bitcoin Depot announced a new policy requiring customers to present identification for each transaction at its kiosks nationwide.
The company launched a staged rollout of the new compliance process in February 2026, extending previous first-use ID requirements to all uses. This is in a bid to improve compliance procedures and fortify measures against fraud and illegal activities at crypto ATMs. Bitcoin Depot operates thousands of kiosks across North America, enabling customers to convert cash into Bitcoin and other digital assets.

According to the company, in particular, the extended requirement improves its ability to flag suspicious patterns based on customer identity, location, or transaction amount before approving transfers. The policy comes after the initial identification checks that were rolled out in October 2025 for first-time users as part of Bitcoin Depot’s Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.

Through the identification process, the company aims to limit account sharing, identity theft, and account takeover. The updated procedure marks one of the first major implementations of per-transaction ID verification in the Bitcoin ATM industry. Bitcoin Depot stated that the enhanced verification represents a proactive step toward customer protection and responsible digital asset access. 

Regulatory Pressure and Fraud Concerns

The increased focus on crypto ATM fraud and consumer protection by state attorneys general has led to the policy change. Recently, in early February, the Massachusetts Attorney General sued Bitcoin Depot for allegedly benefiting from scams against senior users. The lawsuits by Iowa and other states have brought attention to consumer losses and the misuse of ATMs. Based on FBI statistics, the losses due to cryptocurrency ATM fraud in the U.S. were estimated at $333 million in 2025, although this number may be understated. Legislative measures in various states have included stricter limits on ATM transactions and increased monitoring.

Industry observers believe that the increased level of compliance could have an effect on the way customers interact with physical crypto transactions. This is perceived as part of the larger changes in the industry towards more stringent KYC and anti-fraud policies. The company’s stock has experienced volatility, with significant share price drops in recent months. Despite this volatility, Bitcoin Depot reiterated its commitment to compliance and a safe user experience. The extended ID requirement is expected to be rolled out over time across the operator’s U.S. network.

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