2022-03-29
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The Saudi Central Bank issued a circular amending Rule 300.1.5.3 regarding the opening of bank accounts for Family Offices. The amendment specifically removes the requirement for banks to obtain copies of the founder's or founders' identities when opening such accounts. The document retains all other operational requirements, including the need for a board letter, license copies, and joint signatures, effective immediately for all banks operating in the Kingdom.
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Number: 43074912 Date: 1443/08/26 Attachments: 1 page
Circular
Dear Sirs,
Peace, mercy, and blessings of God be upon you,
Subject: Amendment of Rule No. (300-1-5-3) of the Bank Account Rules.
I refer to Rule No. (300-1-5-3) concerning Family Offices, included in the Bank Account Rules, communicated via Saudi Central Bank Circular No. (65681/67) dated 1440/11/01 AH.
I hereby inform you of the amendment to the requirements of the aforementioned rule by excluding the requirement to obtain copies of the founder's or founders' identities when opening bank accounts for Family Offices, according to the attached format.
For your information and action as of its date.
Accept my regards,
[Signature]
Fahd bin Ibrahim Al-Shathri Deputy Governor for Supervision
Distribution Scope:
P.O. Box 2992, Riyadh 11169, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Phone: +966 11 463 2000
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Amendment of the requirements of Rule No. (300-1-5-3) concerning Family Offices
P.O. Box 2992, Riyadh 11169, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Phone: +966 11 463 2000