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DUE DILIGENCE & KYC

Fit-and-ProperReview Process

Every Nevis gaming license is contingent on passing a detailed fit-and-proper review. This isn't a formality — it's the regulatory cornerstone of the entire licensing process. We provide structured, hands-on support in preparing all required due diligence materials.

Important: All directors, shareholders, and ultimate beneficial owners must pass the fit-and-proper test. Incomplete or inaccurate documentation is the primary cause of licensing delays.

Applicants

Who Requires Due Diligence?

Directors

All appointed directors of the Nevis IBC

Shareholders

All shareholders with ownership stakes

Ultimate Beneficial Owners

Any individual with 10%+ beneficial interest

Key Personnel

Senior management and compliance officers

Documentation

Required Documents

Each individual involved in the application must provide the following documentation. We guide you through collection and ensure regulatory alignment.

Certified Identification

Valid passport or government-issued ID, notarized and apostilled

Proof of Address

Recent utility bill or bank statement (within 3 months)

Curriculum Vitae

Detailed professional history and qualifications

Bank Reference Letter

Letter from your primary banking institution

Professional References

Two professional reference letters from business associates

Source of Funds

Documentation demonstrating the origin of investment capital

Source of Wealth

Evidence of how wealth was accumulated over time

Criminal Background Check

Police clearance certificate from country of residence

Our Process

How We Support You

1

Initial Consultation

We review your structure and identify all parties requiring due diligence

2

Document Collection

Guided preparation and collection of all required materials

3

Pre-Screening Review

Internal review to ensure completeness and compliance

4

Submission & Monitoring

Formal submission with ongoing status tracking

5

Clarification Support

Handling any regulator queries or additional requests

6

Approval Confirmation

Final clearance and documentation

Why It Matters

The Foundation of Your License

Due diligence is not a checkbox exercise — it's the regulatory foundation that determines whether your license application succeeds or fails. The Nevis Gaming Authority takes this process seriously, and so do we.

Our role is to eliminate uncertainty, avoid delays, and ensure full transparency at every stage of the review. With Apex managing your due diligence, you can be confident that every document, declaration, and verification is complete, current, and aligned with local compliance expectations.

Pre-screening to catch issues before submission
Direct guidance on document preparation
Ongoing support through the review process

Common Pitfalls We Help You Avoid

Incomplete or outdated documentation
Inconsistent information across documents
Missing notarization or apostille
Inadequate source of funds evidence
Unclear beneficial ownership structure
Delayed responses to regulator queries

Ready to Begin Due Diligence?

Let us guide you through the fit-and-proper review process. Our team ensures every document is prepared correctly the first time.