To ensure that all information provided is accurate, we occasionally ask for certified documents as a part of the verification process. This primarily applies to corporate customers but can also be necessary for individuals.
If we can’t independently verify information, we’ll ask for copies of relevant documentation, rather than the original documents themselves. Certifying the document confirms that it is a true copy of the original. Examples of documents that may be required include, but aren’t limited to:
- The Certificate of Incorporation or Articles of Association to prove the legal entity
- Share certificates or structure charts to demonstrate the corporate structure
The person certifying the document must sign and date the document stating:
- “I certify this to be a true copy of the original document”
- Full name and position of the specialist
- Company name
Documents should be certified or apostilled by a professional or someone of good standing, such as:
- A person regulated and operating in the UK and covered by the MLR 2017 (or equivalent in another jurisdiction)
- Accountant
- Lawyer/Solicitor
- In-house lawyers, as long as they’re not certifying their own documents
- Notary Public (for non-UK residents).
If you have any questions or would like some help with your documents, please get in touch with support@altery.com.