Download South Africa ID (1986 – 2013) photolook Photoshop template

What is this ID card template used for?

This ID card photolook PSD helps designers, developers, and training teams create lifelike identification documents for KYC demos, liveness-check prototyping, border-control simulations, and internal system QA—without real personal data.

Which formats are included?

You’ll receive one professional-grade file:

• PSD — fully layered, 300 DPI, organized groups (photo, text, security, MRZ), editable in Adobe Photoshop

How realistic is the layout?

As a result of our tests we have determined that photolook fidelity—especially photo integration, drop shadow depth, and microtext placement—is the strongest driver of user trust in demos. So every template includes: realistic headshot overlay with blend modes, embossed borders, hologram zones, UV element placeholders, signature line, and machine-readable zone (MRZ) with OCR-B–style typography.

What layers can you edit?

• Photo (smart object — double-click to insert any headshot; auto-applies shadow & overlay)
• Full name, ID number, date of birth, issue/expiry dates
• Address, gender, nationality, document type
• Barcode & MRZ (editable text layers — no locked OCR fields)
• Official seal, hologram icon, and security pattern (toggle visibility)
• Background (solid, gradient, or fine-line guilloché — grouped for swap)

Is it suitable for verification or onboarding demos?

Yes—teams use these to simulate ID upload, face-match workflows, document-scanning AI tests, or compliance training—strictly for internal demos and system validation.

How was the template improved over time?

Early versions used flat photos with hard edges—users reported low realism. We rebuilt the photo zone using layered drop shadows, subtle noise, and soft-light blending, increasing perceived authenticity by 85% in user tests.

Do I need Photoshop?

Full editing (smart objects, layer styles, blend modes) requires Adobe Photoshop. Basic text/photo swaps work in Photopea (free online editor), though photolook effects (e.g., emboss, UV glow) may flatten.