Conduct a thorough assessment of the customer's identity, business, industry, and financial requirements. Know Your Customer (KYC) is a critical process for banks to identify, verify, and record the identity of their customers.

Internal Sources

1. Account Opening Information:

• Personal or Corporate Information: Collect detailed information about the customer's identity, address, occupation, and business activities.
• Supporting Documents: Verify the authenticity of documents such as identification cards, passports, proof of address, and business registration certificates.
• Source of Funds: Inquire about the source of funds and obtain supporting documentation.
• Beneficial Ownership: Identify the ultimate beneficial owner(s) of the account and collect necessary information.

2.      Credit History:

• Internal Records: Review the customer's credit history within the bank, including loan repayment history, credit limits, and any adverse events.
• External Bureau Reports: Obtain credit reports from external credit bureaus to assess the customer's creditworthiness.

3.      Pattern of Product Utilization:

• Transaction Activity: Analyze the customer's transaction patterns, including frequency, amount, and type of transactions.
• Product Usage: Assess the customer's utilization of different bank products, such as deposits, loans, and investment accounts.
• Unusual Activity: Identify any unusual or suspicious activity that may warrant further investigation.

 External Sources

1.      Company Registration Websites:

• Government Websites: Check government websites for company registration information, including ownership structure, directors, and registered address.
• Company Registration Databases: Utilize databases that provide access to company registration data.

2.      Regulatory Reports:

• Financial Supervisory Authorities: Review reports published by financial supervisory authorities that may contain information about the customer or their associated companies.
• Central Banks: Check central bank databases for any adverse information or sanctions.

3.      Company Websites:

• Public Information: Gather information about the company's business activities, products, and services from their website.
• Financial Statements: Analyze the company's financial statements to assess its financial health.

4.      Social Media:

• Public Profiles: Review the customer's social media profiles for any relevant information or connections.
• Online Reputation: Assess the customer's online reputation for any negative or suspicious activity.

By effectively utilizing both internal and external sources, banks can strengthen their KYC programs, mitigate risks, and comply with regulatory requirements.