AML/KYC Statement
Effective Date: August 2025
Havenbach is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance. As part of our global mobility and investment migration services, we implement Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures in line with international best practices and applicable legal requirements.
1. Purpose
Our AML/KYC measures are designed to:
Prevent the misuse of our services for money laundering, terrorism financing, or other illicit activity
Verify the identity and legitimacy of clients and applicants
Comply with regulations in jurisdictions where we operate (EU, GCC, etc.)
2. Identity Verification
Before entering into a client relationship or submitting applications on a client’s behalf, Havenbach may require:
Valid government-issued identification (passport, national ID)
Proof of residence or legal address
Source of funds and/or source of wealth documentation
Additional information or documents as required by law or program guidelines
Documents must be current, valid, and legible. We reserve the right to request notarized or certified copies.
3. Due Diligence
Depending on the type of service or jurisdiction, we may perform:
Standard Due Diligence (SDD)
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for high-risk clients or politically exposed persons (PEPs)
All due diligence is conducted confidentially and in accordance with data protection regulations, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
4. Recordkeeping & Retention
We retain all AML/KYC records for the period required by law (typically five to ten years), including:
Client identification documents
Internal due diligence reports
Application documentation and correspondence
These records are stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.
5. Refusal or Termination of Services
Havenbach reserves the right to refuse service or terminate an existing engagement if:
A client refuses to provide required documentation
False or misleading information is submitted
There is suspicion of fraudulent, criminal, or sanctionable activity
We are legally required to report certain cases to appropriate authorities without prior notice.
6. Contact
For questions about our AML/KYC policy or compliance process:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone (GR): +30 698 3200 953
📞 Phone (AL): +355 68 60 80 345
We thank you for your cooperation and for helping us uphold safe and responsible global service delivery.