Document Classification

Identifying the document type is the first step to begin document processing. Users can specify the document type by populating the document_type field with one of the document types listed below when uploading or updating a document. Additionally, Sikoia will automatically classify the uploaded file/document and populate the sikoia_document_type field.

Sikoia leverages advanced ML/AI deep-learning models that combine layout and language features to accurately detect and identify documents.

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Multiple Documents in a Single File

Our platform supports input files containing multiple documents of the same document type within a single file.

Each document is detected and processed individually, then mapped into a separate internal structure called a 'data source' to ensure accurate and organised data handling. Data sources are utilized for features such as Income & Employer Verification, Affordability Insights, and Completeness Checks. Learn more about data sources here

Learn more about data sources here.

Document Types

The currently supported document types are:

Document TypeDescription
BankStatementDetailed report of transactions and balances in a bank account.
BenefitAwardLetterLetter from government agency confirming eligibility for social welfare benefits.
ChildBenefitLetterLetter issued from the Child Benefit Office.
CompanyRegistrationOfficial record confirming a company's legal existence.
ContractAny form of contractual agreement.
CreditReportDocument summarising the credit history of an individual or business.
EmploymentContractAgreement setting out employment conditions, rights and responsibilities.
EmploymentLetterLetter from an employer stating employment details.
FactFindDocument summarising essential information about an individual or business.
FinancialAccountsDocument showing profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements for an entity.
IdentityGovernment issued card or record to verify an individual's identity.
P45HMRC form filled by the employer when an employee stops working.
P60End-of-year certificate from HMRC.
PayslipDocument issued by an employer showing salary details.
PensionStatementPension plan statement detailing the amount in a pension pot
SA302Detailed tax calculation summary from HMRC.
SavingsStatementBank statement on savings, ISA, and other accounts.
StakeholdersDisclosureOfficial record about entities holding an interest in a business or project.
StudentLoanLetterLetter from a lender specifying details of a student loan.
TaxAny other document issued by tax authorities.
TaxOverviewLess detailed tax calculation summary from HMRC.
UtilityBillStatement detailing charges for essential services (e.g. electricity, water, gas).
OtherAny other document that doesn’t fit the types above.