Posts tagged with: identity checking
Extending our coverage on identity due diligence
Extending our coverage on identity due diligence. We've just expanded the Mobunti platform with five new checks: an International ID Check, a UK KYB Check, an Overseas KYB Check, an HR Check, and a Credit Screen. Together they extend our due diligence coverage beyond UK individuals into overseas identity verification and business (KYB — Know Your Business) checks, plus two new UK-focused screening options for hiring and lighter-weight financial checks.Here's what each one covers.Internation...
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UK compliance briefing 17th August
UK compliance briefing 17th August. There are two consequential developments this week, plus one important regulatory update that was published just before the previous briefing.1. Companies House publishes its ACSP “fit and proper” criteriaPublished 11 August 2026Companies House has explained in detail how it will decide whether an applicant or existing Authorised Corporate Service Provider is fit and proper.The assessment is continuing rather than confined to registration. Companies Hou...
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PEP and Sanctions Lists
PEP and Sanctions Lists. The PEP - or Politically Exposed Persons list relies on name-matching across multiple global sources, as there is no single, centralised list.It doesn't check against addresses or countries, otherwise, as soon as someone moves address they might not be found on the list. PEP searches may come up with false positives because if there is a Fred Smith on the PEP list and you are identity checking a Fred Smith then it will report the matches but you then need to use that ...
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Identity Checking API is now available
Identity Checking API is now available. Identity checking is an important part of any business nowadays. Many industries need to confirm the identity of a potential client before doing business with them. Accountants, Solicitors, Estate agents and any high value transactions are just some of the examples. If you need to carry out identity checks, you will likely collect information from your potential client, move to an identity checking system, enter the details manually that you've just col...
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Identity Checks With An ACSP
Identity Checks With An ACSP. Companies House introduced Identity checks in November for all new company formations and over the next year, existing companies need to have their officers go through the process of identity checking. We work with many accountants providing both MLR Identity checking and ACSP based identity checking. If you are an ACSP then please go to our Online Identity Checks where you can purchase a one off check or can buy in bulkCompanies House have just released a blog t...
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