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Bank of Ireland UK Certified Copy Guide (UK): UK Practising Solicitor (England & Wales): Certified True Copy of ID + Proof of Address

February 16, 2026

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About the Author Kwok is a practising solicitor based in London, admitted in England & Wales and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. He is registered with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and admitted in Hong Kong (non-practising). Kwok has worked as legal counsel and in-house solicitor across leading firms and corporations. He…
Certified Copy & Certified True Copy in the UK: Passport, Address Proof, KYC & HSBC Document Certification Guide

February 3, 2026

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When opening a bank account with HSBC, completing compliance checks, or verifying ownership of a company, you may be asked to provide a certified copy (or certified true copy) of your documents. This is a standard requirement for: Understanding how certification works helps avoid delays and document rejection. What Is a Certified Copy? A…

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