Identification & Legitimation
According to the agreement between the German banking industry and the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), the AHK Azerbaijan can now verify the identity of natural person and legal entities outside Germany.
Verification of identity is required when opening a bank account, depositing financial instruments or using a private safe at a credit institution in Germany. The requirement of this document is based on the German Anti-Money Laundering Act in order to prevent criminal persons/organisations from transfering incriminated funds/assets into legal economic cycles.
The AHK Azerbaijan undertakes the identity verification and legalisation for individuals and companies in Azerbaijan.
Verification of identity
Natural Person
Required documents for applicants:
- Valid identity document that contains a photo of the holder
- Valid passport
- Formal identity form issued by a bank in Germany
Appointments are available from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. upon prior notification on weekdays. The intended account holder must arrive at the AHK Azerbaijan office in person for verification together with the needed documents.
Legal Entity
Required documents for applicants:
- Formal identity form issued by a bank in Germany
- Valid identity document and passport of at least one person authorised to act on behalf of and represent the company*
- Azerbaijani residence registration of the person authorised to act on behalf of and represent the company issued within the last three months*
- An extract from the Azerbaijani commercial or cooperative register issued within the last three months
- Founding documents or equivalent conclusive documents
Appointments are available from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. upon prior notification on weekdays. The intended account holder must arrive at the AHK Azerbaijan office in person for verification together with the needed documents.