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Know Your Customer (KYC) Requirements in Liechtenstein

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The Principality of Liechtenstein has submitted its know-your-customer (KYC) rules to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and they have been approved. As a result, entities and branches located in Liechtenstein may submit their Qualified Intermediary (QI) applications.

Approved KYC Rules

Liechtenstein’s approved KYC rules are outlined in the IRS document “Jurisdictions with Approved Know-Your-Customer Rules.” This document lists the specific types of know-your-customer documentary evidence required for each country, including Liechtenstein.

Sufficient Documentary Evidence

For purposes of the qualified intermediary agreement, the following types of documentary evidence are sufficient to establish a customer’s identity and verify their account information:

• A valid passport or national ID card
• Proof of address
• Account opening documents, such as a signature card or an application form
• Documents that demonstrate the source of funds, such as proof of income or employment

Application Process

Entities and branches located in Liechtenstein may submit their QI applications to the IRS. The application should include the required documentation, including the approved KYC rules for Liechtenstein.

Contact Information

For more information on the KYC requirements in Liechtenstein, contact Ernest Leonardini, QI Compliance Specialist, at (212) 436-1907 or ernest.j.leonardini@irs.gov.