# KYB Specific Cases

### Trusts — identify and verify the following

**Settlor:**

* If an individual — KYC required.
* If an entity — ownership documents + KYC of individuals with >25% control.
* Trustee(s):
* If an individual — KYC required.
* If an entity — ownership documents + KYC of controlling persons.

**Protector:**

* Same rules as for settlors/trustees.

**Beneficiaries:**

* Named beneficiaries — KYC required if above age threshold (16–18).
* Undetermined beneficiaries — disclose the class of persons benefiting.
* Other controllers: any natural person exercising ultimate control.

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### Sole Proprietorships — acceptable documents include

* Recent company registry extract
* Certificate of registration/incorporation
* Business or trade license
* Annual return
* Tax form/certificate
* Bank statement

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