Regional KYC Requirements for Onboarding

This guide outlines the KYC document requirements for different regions and entity types. Use it to prepare the necessary identification, business, and banking documents for smooth onboarding and compliance.

General

Congratulations on your new Nayax device!

Your order is being processed, and while your equipment is prepared for shipment, let’s walk through KYC requirements so you can start accepting payments as soon as your device arrives.

KYC verification is a regulatory requirement that protects your business and ensures compliance with financial laws.

The documents you’ll need depend on your business type and operating region.

 

North America
Business Entities
(LLC, Corporation, Partnership)
Sole Traders

Tax Identification Number (TIN/EIN)

Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
Proof of beneficial ownership (for entities with 25%+ ownership) Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement dated within the last 90 days)
Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months) Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months)
W-9 Form Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or passport)

Identity document of authorized signatory

 
Business registration documents (e.g., Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Formation)
 
Government-issued business registration documents  

Additional documents for North America

Entity-Specific Requirements:

Corporations:

  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Organizational chart

LLCs:

  • Articles of Organization
  • Certificate of Formation

Partnerships:

  • Partnership Agreement
  • Trade Name Certificate

Trusts:

  • Trust Agreement
  • Trustee and beneficiary details

Non-Profits/Charities

  • IRS 501(c)(3) letter
  • State registry confirmation

Government Entities

  • Government domain email confirmation
  • DBA registration (if operating under a name other than full legal name)

  • Proof of name change (if applicable)

For corporations, trusts, public trusts, and other entities:

  • Provide directors’ full name, date of birth, and occupation
  • List all individuals owning 25% or more
  • Include details of trustees, beneficiaries, and settlors (where applicable)
 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

Canada

Business Entities 
(LLC, Corporation, Partnership)

Sole Proprietors
Government-issued business registration documents (e.g., Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Association) Social Security Number (SIN) 
Business Number (BN) 
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., Passport, Driver’s License, Provincial ID)

Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months)

Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement dated within the last 90 days)
Business owner’s government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or passport) Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months)
Proof of beneficial ownership (for entities with 25%+ ownership) T4A and T5 forms

Certificate of Good Standing

Business registration (if operating under a DBA name)

Power of Attorney (POA)

Proof of name change (if applicable)

Persons with Significant Control (PSC) information

 

Additional documents for Canada

Entity-Specific Requirements:

Corporations:

  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Organizational chart

Partnerships:

  • Partnership Agreement
  • Trade Name Certificate

Trusts:

  • Trust Agreement
  • Trustee and beneficiary details

Non-Profits/Charities:

  • Tax exemption certificate
  • CRA registration

Government Entities:

  • Government domain email confirmation

 

For corporations, trusts, public trusts, and other entities:

  • Provide directors’ full name, date of birth, and occupation
  • List all individuals owning 25% or more
  • Include details of trustees, beneficiaries, and settlors (where applicable)
 

 


 

European Union
Business Entities
(LLC, Corporation, Partnership)
Sole Traders
Certificate of Incorporation or equivalent company registration document National ID card or passport
VAT registration number Tax identification number (TIN)
Company extract from the commercial register (dated within the last 3 months) Proof of business registration (if applicable in your country)
Authorized signatories’ government-issued photo IDs (national ID card or passport) Proof of business address (utility bill, bank statement, or government correspondence dated within the last 90 days)
Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months) Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months)
Proof of registered business address (official document dated within the last 90 days)  
Additional documents for EU
  • Organizational Chart Annual
  • Financial Statement Partnership agreement Trust deed (for trusts)
  • Charity governance documents (constitution, AGM minutes)
  • Partnership Agreement
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN)
  • Power of Attorney (POA)
License / Retail Trade License

 

 

 


 

 

 

United Kingdom
Business Entities
(LLC, Corporation, Partnership)
Sole Traders
Director and shareholder identification (passport or driver’s license) ID: Passport or UK driver’s license
Companies House registration number National Insurance Number or UTR (Unique Taxpayer Reference)
Certificate of Incorporation Proof of ownership (e.g., trading name confirmation)
Proof of registered office address (dated within the last 90 days) Proof of business address (dated within the last 90 days)
Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months) Proof of address (utility bill, council tax, bank statement)
  Proof of Bank Account and bank statements (not older than 3 months)

Additional documents for UK

  • Organizational Chart Annual
  • Financial Statement Partnership agreement Trust deed (for trusts)
  • Charity governance documents (constitution, AGM minutes)
  • Recent filings from Companies House if discrepancies exist
  • Power of Attorney (POA)
License/Retail Trade License

 

 

 


 

 

Other Regions

 

If your business operates outside these regions, your KYC link will specify the exact documents required based on local regulations.

Generally, you’ll need:

  • Business registration documents
  • Tax identification numbers
  • Owner/director identification
  • Proof of business address

Important Tips for a Smooth Verification

Ensure all documents are:

  • Clear, legible, and in colour (if applicable)
  • Valid and not expired
  • Show all four corners of the document
  • Match the business name exactly as registered

Upload documents in accepted formats:

  • PDF, JPG, or PNG files
  • Maximum file size: 10MB per document

 Processing time:

  • Standard verification: 3-7 business days
  • Complex cases requiring additional review: 5 -10 business days

 

 

 

 

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