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PEP/Sanctions Check

Identify if a candidate is a Politically-Exposed Person (PEP), present in global watchlists, or associated with adverse media.

What We Verify

  • Presence on blacklists or international sanction lists.
  • Adverse news and public records for potential ethical or reputational risks.
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Check for a candidate’s presence on blacklists or sanction lists.

Turnaround Time:

1 business day

Recommended for:

Financial & lending institutions, legal businesses, BPOs, and leadership roles.

Disclaimer: Report turnaround varies upon candidates' promptness in submitting documents.

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Quickly verify candidates for potential financial crimes in just a few simple steps!

Step 1: Select what kind of checks to run.

Step 2: Send the request to the applicant.

Step 3: The applicant consents to the use of their data.

Step 4: The check runs automatically. Once finished, the results are automatically sent to you.

FAQs

What is a PEP/Sanctions Check?

A screening process used to identify individuals or entities considered high-risk due to political exposure or inclusion in international sanctions lists. This helps organizations comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) regulations.

What is a Politically Exposed Person (PEP)?

A PEP is an individual who holds or has held a prominent public position—such as a government official, military leader, or judge—as well as their close relatives and associates. PEPs are considered higher risk for potential involvement in bribery or corruption.

What is a sanctions list?

A list published by governments or international organizations (e.g., the UN, EU, or OFAC) containing individuals or entities subject to economic restrictions due to involvement in illegal activities like terrorism or money laundering.

Why are PEP/Sanctions Checks important?

They are crucial for avoiding high-risk individuals that could expose your business to legal, financial, or reputational damage. They ensure your hiring process stays compliant with global regulations.

Who needs to perform PEP/Sanctions Checks?

Financial institutions, insurance companies, law firms, and any business that handles significant transactions or high-trust roles must perform these checks as part of their due diligence.

I'm interested. Do you offer a free trial?

You can sign up for a free trial via our Smile Checks Portal, or book a 30-minute call with us so we can assist you!