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What are the roles and responsibilities of various regulators & authorities in the enforcement of PMLA?

Section 54 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 empowers and requires various regulators & authorities to assist in the enforcement of the Act.

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PMLA Rules from a Reporting Entity POV

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What is the process of KYC under PMLA?

KYC stands for Know Your Customer. Under PMLA, Reporting Entities are required to obtain information about their customers' identity, address, occupation, and other relevant details by collecting their PAN, Officially Valid Documents (OVD) & other related documents.

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Is it mandatory to implement a Client Due Diligence programme?

Yes. Every reporting entity is required to formulate and implement a client due diligence programme approved by the senior management.

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PMLA Rules from a Reporting Entity POV

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What are the obligations for maintenance of records under PMLA?

In terms of section 12 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, every reporting entity shall maintain a record of all transactions, including the information furnished to FIU-IND, in such a manner as to enable it to reconstruct individual transactions. The Reporting Entities shall also maint

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How does PMLA, 2002 define records?

Records include the records maintained in the form of books or stored in a computer or such other form as may be prescribed.

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What is a Transaction?

Transaction means a purchase, sale, loan, pledge, gift, transfer, delivery or the arrangement thereof and includes: (i) opening of an account; (ii) deposits, withdrawal, exchange or transfer of funds in whatever currency, whether in cash or by cheque, payment order or other instruments or by electro

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PMLA Rules from a Reporting Entity POV

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Why is KYC important?

KYC is important because it helps prevent identity theft, fraud, and money laundering.

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PMLA Rules from a User POV

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When should the verification of identity of clients be undertaken?

Every reporting entity shall identify its clients, verify their identity, obtain information on the purpose and intended nature of the business relationship; and determine whether a client is acting on behalf of a beneficial owner, and identify the beneficial owner and take all steps to verify the i

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Who is a reporting entity?

Reporting entity means a banking company, financial institution, intermediary or a person carrying on a designated business or profession.

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What is a Financial institution?

Financial institution means a financial institution as defined in clause (c) of section 45- I of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (2 of 1934) and includes a chit fund company, a housing finance institution, an authorised person, a payment system operator, a non-banking financial company and the D

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What is the Travel Rule and why is it required for crypto transactions?

The Travel Rule is a global FATF guideline that requires exchanges to share and validate sender and receiver details for crypto transfers. It helps prevent fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities.

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Why is video verification required for crypto transactions?

If you are using a self-custody wallet, we may ask you to complete a quick video verification. This helps confirm that the wallet belongs to you and is not being misused.

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What is KYC re-verification and why is it required for crypto transactions?

KYC re-verification ensures that all your key details — such as identity, name, date of birth, and address — are accurate and up to date. Travel Rule checks are separate from KYC, and both are mandatory for every crypto transaction.

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Can I cancel a crypto transaction after it’s initiated?

No, once a crypto transaction is initiated, it cannot be canceled. Please ensure all details are correct before confirming.

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How do I link my wallet and ensure secure withdrawals?

When linking an external wallet, you may be asked to provide ownership details (for example, wallet type or proof of wallet ownership). This is part of Travel Rule checks to ensure withdrawals are secure and compliant. Depending on the hosting type: ​ Private wallets (self-custody): You may need to

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Do I need to provide Travel Rule details for every transaction, or only once?

You’ll need to provide Travel Rule details whenever you deposit or withdraw crypto for every transaction, in line with applicable regulatory guidelines.

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What type of user activity is considered unauthorized?

Examples include: ​ Submitting false Travel Rule details knowingly Using unverified or third-party wallets without proof of ownership Sending or receiving crypto deposits/withdrawals to or from sanctioned individuals or jurisdictions Transacting with illegal gambling or other illicit platforms Suspi

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Whether any civil or criminal proceedings can be initiated for furnishing information?

No. It is provided for in section 14 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, that the reporting entity, its directors and employees shall not be liable to any civil or criminal proceedings against them for furnishing information under clause (b) of sub-section (l) of section 12.

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Will the deposit or withdrawal fee structure change?

No, the fees for deposits and withdrawals remain the same. However, compliance checks are now more robust, ensuring transactions meet regulatory standards.

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Am I eligible for NetBanking?

NetBanking option is currently available for the below listed banks only. Since the deposit option is supported by a list of limited banks, please do not raise a support ticket for the same. We would suggest you kindly use another deposit option. Supported Bank List:Bank of IndiaBank of MaharashtraC

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