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G GODOS Certification

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Google’s GODOS certification? +

It is Google’s certification that allows advertisers to run ads promoting certain government documents and services. Without it, such ads are restricted, disclosed as “Not a government website”, or disapproved.

Do you guarantee my account will be approved? +

No. Approval and reinstatement decisions are made solely by Google. We maximize your chances by ensuring full policy compliance, but we cannot and do not guarantee outcomes.

Which documents and services are covered? +

Around 17 categories including passports, visas, driver’s licenses, background checks, national IDs, benefits, vehicle registration and more. See our Categories pages.

Are you affiliated with Google? +

No. We are an independent third-party consultancy. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Google LLC.

Do you work with clients outside my country? +

Yes — we support advertisers worldwide across all GODOS categories and regions.

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