The various embodiments described herein include methods, devices, and systems for imaging identification information. In one aspect, a video stream of a credential document is obtained via a camera. It is determined whether the video stream of the credential document meets one or more imaging criteria. In accordance with a determination that the imaging criteria are not satisfied, a first indication that the credential document is not ready to be imaged is presented. In accordance with a determination that the imaging criteria are satisfied a second indication that the credential document is ready to be imaged is presented.