Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

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Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

This is the standard process for vetting customers, which requires a company to identify their client and understand their financial activities. It includes:

  • Verifying the client’s identity.
  • Assessing the level of risk associated with the client.
  • Gathering information on the purpose and intended nature of the business relationship.