Compliance Documentation Insights

The Bankability Score: A Public Formula to Rate How “Openable” You Are for Swiss & Singapore Banks

When a Swiss or Singapore bank looks at your file, it quietly answers one core question: “Is this client openable?” To make that judgment transparent, I use a simple metric in my advisory work: the Bankability Score (0–100). It is a structured score that estimates how likely you are to obtain an account with a serious Swiss […]

Illustration of a 0–100 gauge showing the bankability score for Swiss and Singapore banks with Swiss and Singapore skyline elements.

High-Risk Industries (Crypto, Gaming, etc.): How to Get Banked – The Complete 2025 Guide

Introduction: The Debanking Crisis and Why High-Risk Industries Need Solutions Now The financial world has transformed dramatically. Entrepreneurs launching crypto exchanges, online gaming platforms, forex brokers, and other high-risk ventures face an unprecedented banking challenge: debanking. In 2024, complaints about account closures surged 44% in the UK alone. Banks are increasingly slamming the door shut on

A fintech dashboard with crypto and gaming icons illustrating how high-risk industries can get banked in 2025 and meet compliance requirements.

Politically Exposed Person (PEP): How to Open a Bank Account if You’re a PEP

Opening a bank account is a straightforward process for most people—but not for Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). If you hold or have held a prominent public position, you face significantly stricter scrutiny from financial institutions worldwide. The good news? With proper preparation, transparency, and the right strategy, opening a bank account as a PEP is

FATCA for “Accidental Americans”: Banking Challenges and Solutions

Discovering you’re a United States citizen when you’ve never truly lived there can feel like stepping into a legal minefield. For thousands of “Accidental Americans” across the globe, this revelation often arrives not through a welcome letter but through a banking crisis—frozen accounts, denied services, or demands for documentation they never knew they needed. The

Professional reviewing rejected banking application on laptop with world map, representing FATCA banking challenges faced by Accidental Americans worldwide

10 Red Flags That Will Get Your Bank Application Denied Instantly

In 2025, banks worldwide face mounting pressure from regulators and financial crime watchdogs. Applications that once sailed through now get rejected for even minor compliance concerns. Whether you’re a global entrepreneur, expat, or a corporate officer, knowing these instant denial triggers can save you time, money, and frustration. Why Are So Many Bank Applications Rejected

Infographic titled '10 Red Flags That Get Your Bank Application Denied Instantly' showing key compliance warning signs for bank applications in 2025

How to Write a “Source of Wealth” (SOW) Declaration That Banks Will Approve: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Application Accepted

Introduction When you attempt to open a foreign bank account or make a significant financial transaction, financial institutions don’t simply accept your money and ask questions later. Instead, they follow strict anti-money laundering (AML) rules that require them to understand where your money comes from. This critical process hinges on one document: your source of wealth declaration. Yet

How to write a source of wealth declaration that gets bank approval - complete documentation requirements, verification checklist, and compliance steps for international banking

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