Business Verification Documents

Complete guide to required documentation for business verification. Review requirements, prepare documents, and understand our verification process.

Why Business Verification?

As a regulated B2B platform, POPS.GG is required to verify the identity and legitimacy of all business partners. This protects both our platform and legitimate businesses from fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes.

Regulatory Compliance
Fraud Prevention
Platform Security

Required Documents Checklist

All documents listed below are mandatory for account verification

Company Registration Documents

Certificate of Incorporation

Official company registration certificate from Companies House (UK) or equivalent

Format:PDF, certified copy
Validity:Must be current and match registered company name

Company Registration Extract

Recent extract from company registry showing current status

Format:PDF from official registry
Validity:Dated within last 3 months

Articles of Association / Memorandum

Company constitution and governance documents

Format:PDF, certified copy
Validity:Latest version with all amendments

Certificate of Good Standing

Confirmation that company is in good standing with authorities

Format:PDF from official source
Validity:Dated within last 6 months

Identity Documents (Directors & Beneficial Owners)

Government-Issued Photo ID

Passport, national ID card, or driver's license for each director and beneficial owner (>25% ownership)

Format:Color scan or photo, both sides
Validity:Must be current and not expired

Proof of Address

Utility bill, bank statement, or government letter showing residential address

Format:PDF or photo
Validity:Dated within last 3 months

Selfie with ID

Photo of person holding their government ID next to their face

Format:Clear photo showing face and ID
Validity:Taken within application period

Financial & Tax Documents

Business Bank Account Statement

Bank statement showing company name and account details

Format:PDF from bank
Validity:Dated within last 3 months

Tax Registration Certificate

VAT registration, Tax ID, or equivalent tax authority registration

Format:PDF from tax authority
Validity:Must be current and valid

Financial Statements (if applicable)

Most recent annual accounts or financial statements

Format:PDF, certified if required
Validity:Most recent fiscal year

Verification Process

Step-by-step guide to completing business verification

1

Document Preparation

Gather all required documents listed below. Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and meet the specified validity requirements.

  • Scan documents in color at minimum 300 DPI resolution
  • Ensure all text is clearly readable
  • Include all pages of multi-page documents
  • Verify documents are within validity periods
  • Prepare documents in PDF format when possible
2

Online Submission

Upload documents through your secure account dashboard. Each document will be encrypted during transmission.

  • Log into your POPS.GG account
  • Navigate to 'Account Verification' section
  • Upload each required document in designated field
  • Add descriptive labels for each upload
  • Review all uploads before final submission
3

Verification Review

Our compliance team reviews your submission. You may be contacted if additional information or clarification is needed.

  • Initial automated document check (immediate)
  • Manual review by compliance team (1-3 business days)
  • Identity verification and sanctions screening
  • Business verification via official registries
  • Final approval by senior compliance officer
4

Account Activation

Once verified, your account is activated and you can begin using our services. You'll receive confirmation via email.

  • Email confirmation of approval sent
  • Account dashboard access granted
  • Payment methods can be added
  • Services ready for use
  • Welcome materials and onboarding guide sent

Document Standards & Requirements

Ensure your documents meet these technical and quality standards

Document Quality Requirements

  • All documents must be in English or accompanied by certified translations
  • Scans must be color, high-resolution (minimum 300 DPI)
  • All text and images must be clearly legible
  • No handwritten alterations or corrections
  • Official stamps and signatures must be visible
  • Documents must be complete (all pages included)

Acceptable File Formats

  • PDF (preferred for official documents)
  • JPG / JPEG (acceptable for photos and scans)
  • PNG (acceptable for high-quality images)
  • Maximum file size: 10MB per document
  • No password-protected or encrypted files
  • No ZIP or compressed archives

Document Validity & Currency

  • Identity documents must not be expired
  • Proof of address must be dated within 3 months
  • Company documents must reflect current status
  • Financial documents should be most recent available
  • All beneficial owner documents must be included
  • Updated documents required if business changes occur

Common Reasons for Rejection

Avoid delays by ensuring your submission doesn't have these common issues:

Expired or invalid identity documents
Poor quality scans or illegible documents
Missing required documents or pages
Documents in wrong language without translation
Mismatch between provided information and official records
Beneficial owner information incomplete
Business found on sanctions lists
High-risk business activity flagged
Previous fraud or compliance violations
Unable to verify company registration
Suspicious or inconsistent information
Prohibited business activities identified

Sample Forms & Templates

Download sample forms to help prepare your verification documents

Beneficial Ownership Declaration

Template for declaring all beneficial owners with more than 25% ownership stake.

Source of Funds Declaration

Form for documenting the legitimate source of business capital and operating funds.

Business Activity Description

Template for providing detailed description of your business model and operations.

Document Checklist

Complete checklist to ensure you have all required documents before submission.

Need Help with Verification?

Our compliance team is here to help you through the verification process

Verification Support: verification@pops.gg

Compliance Questions: compliance@pops.gg

General Support: support@pops.gg