[FREE EPDF] KYC Policy & Customer Acceptance Policy | Module B | KYC AML

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00:00 – Course Introduction & Importance of KYC

Welcome to Learning Sessions! We kick off with a recap of the AML module and emphasize why KYC is critical in today’s banking world. It’s not just a compliance checkbox—it’s a shield against money laundering and terrorist financing.

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00:34 – What is KYC & Its Genesis

KYC stands for Know Your Customer. It evolved from old-school introduction-based account opening practices. If you didn’t have an introducer, no checkbook for you! With rising threats, banks now require full identity verification.

01:54 – Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

KYC assesses a customer’s risk profile. It’s mandated by:

• FATF (Financial Action Task Force)
• Basel Committee Guidelines
• RBI Master Directions

Bottom Line: Stronger CDD = Lower fraud risk.

03:05 – Why KYC Policy is Needed?

KYC is a legal necessity under:

• PMLA, 2002
• RBI Master Directions
• Board-approved policies in each bank

⏳ Banks must review their KYC policies annually or when new risks arise.

04:57 – Key Elements of a KYC Policy

RBI mandates 4 key components in every KYC policy:

1. Customer Acceptance Policy (CAP)
2. Customer Identification Procedures (CIP)
3. Risk Management
4. Transaction Monitoring

06:51 – Customizing KYC to Business Models

KYC should be customized based on bank operations, geography, and the product type. Example: A forex account has more requirements than a savings account.

08:00 – Compliance & Responsibility

KYC is mandatory at all levels of banking. Responsibilities include:

• Appointing a KYC officer
• Setting internal controls
• Auditing regularly
• Submitting quarterly compliance reports

🛑 KYC responsibilities cannot be outsourced.

09:53 – Why KYC Matters?

• Prevents financial crimes
• Verifies identity
• Reduces credit risk
• Ensures RBI & global compliance
• Boosts transparency & security

11:06 – Process Manual vs KYC Policy

KYC Policy: Strategic framework
Process Manual: Operational steps for onboarding, monitoring, risk assessment

12:18 – Customer Acceptance Policy (CAP)

CAP ensures banks accept only genuine customers. As per PMLA:

• ❌ No anonymous accounts
• ❌ No fake names
• ❌ No accounts with unverified identity

13:35 – Mandatory Info & Joint Accounts

✅ KYC for all joint holders is mandatory
✅ Existing CDD can be reused for multiple services

14:51 – Prohibited Customers

No accounts for individuals/entities listed under:

• UAPA or FIU alert list
• RBI advisory
• CBI, Interpol, ED, etc.
• Sanctioned international entities

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15:25 – Risk-Based Customer Categorization

Customers are classified as:

• Low Risk: Salaried, govt employees
• Medium Risk: Businessmen, professionals
• High Risk: PEPs, foreign nationals, NPOs

Enhanced Due Diligence is a must for high-risk customers.

18:20 – Final Thoughts on Risk & Inclusion

Even with strict policies, genuine low-income customers must not be denied access. Balance compliance with inclusion!

🧠 Conclusion

KYC isn’t just documentation—it’s about building safe, transparent, and fraud-free banking systems.

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