PEP Check API

PEP Screening API

Adhere to KYC and
AML compliance with
PEP check.

Screen your customers against the PEPs and sanction lists and flag the individuals with money laundering risks early in the onboarding process. Check through multiple databases of Politically Exposed Person (PEP) – both domestic and international and mark the suspicious sign-ups for enhanced due diligence (EDD).

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Onboard users globally, stay compliant locally.

We are available across 180+ countries worldwide!

Fulfill KYC and AML compliances for customer onbaording.

Screen against a wide range PEP and Sanction Lists.

Safeguard against the different kinds of PEP – level 1, 2 and 3 which includes public officials, domestic and foreign PEPs, family members and close associates.

Keep your business AML compliant with effective EDD.

Conduct a thorough risk assessment of individuals being onboarded to the platform and conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) on the potentially high-risk individuals.

Public data from over 20,000 qualified global media sources.

We use relationship extraction algorithm to continuously search, identify and extract data that enables us to identify existing and new officials taking office. This automatically makes it much faster and more accurate than legacy methods.

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FAQ's for PEP Screening

What are Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)?

Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) are individuals who hold or have held prominent public functions or influential positions in foreign countries or international organizations. This includes Heads of State, senior government officials, high-ranking military officials, senior executives of state-owned corporations, and key political party officials.

How does the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) define PEPs?

The FATF defines PEPs as individuals who are or have been entrusted with prominent public functions by a foreign country or international organization. This includes high-ranking officials such as Heads of State, senior judicial or military officials, senior executives of state-owned enterprises, and significant political party figures.

What makes PEPs higher risk?

PEPs are considered higher risk due to their influential positions, which may expose them to greater opportunities for involvement in corruption, bribery, and other financial crimes. Their elevated status often leads to increased scrutiny to prevent money laundering and other illicit activities.

How does Signzy's PEP Screening process work?

Signzy’s PEP Screening involves a comprehensive approach to identify and monitor PEPs globally. The process includes:

Data Collection: Gathering data from government databases and other official sources to identify existing and new PEP profiles.
Relationship Extraction: Using advanced algorithms to search and extract public data from over 20,000 global media sources. This helps identify and track PEPs, their family members, and close associates.
Analysis: Our analyst team performs in-depth web analysis and reviews the data obtained to ensure its accuracy and relevance, enhancing our PEP database with machine learning techniques.

What sources does Signzy use for PEP Screening?

Signzy utilizes a wide range of sources for PEP data, including:

Government and official websites
Media sources such as BBC, CNN, and Reuters
Specialized databases like AllGov, Archontology.org, and World Leaders Index
Additional sources such as The Hill, White House, and Rulers.org

Why is Signzy's PEP Screening process more effective than legacy methods?

Our process is more effective due to:

Comprehensive Data Collection: We access both official sources and global media to ensure broad coverage.
Advanced Technology: Our relationship extraction algorithms and machine learning techniques enhance accuracy and speed in identifying and tracking PEPs.
Regular Updates: Continuous monitoring and updating of our database ensure that we capture the most current information.

How often is the PEP database updated?

Signzy’s PEP database is updated regularly through ongoing data collection, analysis, and verification processes. This ensures that the information remains accurate and current.

What types of information are included in the PEP database?

The PEP database includes information on:

The PEPs themselves
Their family members
Close associates and relationships

How can organizations benefit from using Signzy’s PEP Screening?

Organizations benefit from:

Enhanced Security: Identifying and monitoring high-risk individuals helps prevent financial crimes and corruption.
Regulatory Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements for anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF).
Informed Decision-Making: Gaining insights into potential risks associated with individuals and their relationships.