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When you remortgage, refinance, or apply for a new mortgage in the UK, your bank, building society, or solicitor will almost always require certified true copies of your identification and proof of address. This requirement applies whether you are: Incorrect certification is one of the most common causes of mortgage delays and rejections. This…
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If you need to sign a letter, agreement, confirmation, or form in the UK for overseas use, you may be asked to have your signature witnessed by a solicitor. At the same time, you may also wonder whether you can complete this step remotely. This situation comes up frequently in international business, immigration, banking,…
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Certified documents for KYC and AML partnerships are a mandatory requirement whenever a partnership is involved in UK property transactions, bank onboarding, investments, or cross-border matters. Unlike individuals, partnerships must prove both their legal existence and the identity of the people who control them. As a result, Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for partnerships is…
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When a trust is involved in a transaction — especially UK property, banking, investment, or cross‑border matters — KYC and AML checks become stricter. In practice, regulators and firms require more information, more documents, and clearer explanations. These requirements are mandatory and form a core part of UK AML compliance. Trusts fall into a…
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Certified documents play a critical role in corporate Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks. Because of UK and international AML regulations, banks, law firms, accountants, property professionals, and other regulated entities must clearly understand who owns a company, who controls it, and who ultimately benefits from it. As a result, these…
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Certified documents play a key role in Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks. Because of UK and international AML laws, banks, property firms, government bodies, and regulated institutions must verify who they are dealing with. As a result, they cannot proceed unless compliant documents are provided. This guide explains what individuals…
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When incorporating or maintaining an overseas entity, UK individuals often need to submit certified true copies of their identity documents and address proof instead of originals. In practice, overseas registries, banks, and corporate service providers rely on these certified copies to complete KYC and AML checks. As a result, they use them to verify…
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Certified True Copy (UK): What It Is & How to Get One What is a certified true copy? A certified true copy is a photocopy of an original document that a recognised professional signs, dates, and stamps to confirm it is a genuine copy of the original. Organisations often ask for certified copies instead…
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