About Identity Verification
Identity verification is required depending on the transaction amount. Please refer to the following.
| Transaction Amount | Verification Requirements |
|---|---|
| Under 1 million yen | No ID required. Immediate exchange available. |
| 1-2 million yen |
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| Over 2 million yen |
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※ AML documents are verification documents based on the "Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act Article 17" . If an agent is collecting, a power of attorney is required, and the agent's identification must be presented.
※ Please contact store staff for details.
Required Identification Documents
Under the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds, financial institutions are required to verify customer identity and record transaction purposes for certain transactions. We appreciate your cooperation.
Please bring your identification documents when visiting for transactions.
If you have a Residence Card, please bring it with you.
Driver's License
Driving history certificate (issued after April 1, 2012) is also acceptable
Passport
With holder's entry column (applied before February 3, 2020)
My Number Card
(With photo)
Residence Card
Customer Verification Guide
Individual Customers
Identification Documents
Corporate Customers
- Company Name
- Head Office or Main Office Location
- Business Activities
Name, address, date of birth, etc. of individuals who control the corporation through voting rights or other means (exists for all corporations)
※ Corporate beneficial owners must be traced back to individuals.
※ Please refer to the "Beneficial Owner Verification Chart" and confirm in advance before visiting.
Name, address, date of birth, etc.
Important Notes
- Please bring original identification documents (copies not accepted).
- Regarding validity periods of identification documents:
- Documents with expiration dates must be within validity period.
- Documents without expiration dates must be issued within 6 months or currently valid.
- Politically exposed persons or their family members require strict verification. Additional documents may be required.
- Official documents confirming your name are required regardless of amount.
- Corporate customers must be registered in Japan. Beneficial owner information may be required regardless of amount.
Reference Information
※ For details about the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds amendments, please visit the National Police Agency JAFIC website.
National Police Agency (JAFIC Website)Beneficial Owner Verification Chart
