Can I send screenshots of my documents?
Send high-quality scans or the original PDFs instead, with every page and both sides of ID cards. Screenshots, partial documents and blurry images usually lead to a resubmission request.
The wider picture
The key points from the guide this answer comes from:
- Expect to provide incorporation documents, a current register of shareholders and directors, recent proof of business address, and evidence of where your money comes from.
- Align asks for ID and proof of address for everyone who holds 25% or more of ownership, voting rights or control.
- With complete documents, Align's review takes 1 to 5 business days. USD ACH and wire access also needs a review by its US banking partner.
- Most delays come from missing or out-of-date documents: send full PDFs or high-quality scans, not screenshots.
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The full guide
Expect to provide your incorporation documents, a current register of shareholders and directors, recent proof of business address, ID for everyone who owns or controls 25% or more, and evidence of where your money comes from.
Read What documents you need to open a business account: KYB and source of funds explained, with its sources.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules and providers' terms change; check the sources in the guide and take advice on your own situation.
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