What Attestation Is Required for Institutional Customer Verification?

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As part of OKX's onboarding process, institutional customers must agree to specific attestations to ensure compliance and awareness of platform obligations. Below is a detailed breakdown of these requirements:

Core Attestations for Institutional Verification

Applicants must acknowledge and confirm the following statements:

  1. Agreement to Terms of Service

    • Read, understood, and bound by OKX’s Terms of Service ("Terms") and subsequent amendments.

  2. Accuracy of Documentation

    • All submitted Application Documentation is truthful, accurate, and complete.
    • Future documentation will adhere to the same standards.

  3. Non-U.S. Entity Status

    • Not registered or operating in the United States.
    • Principal place of business (defined as the central control location for trading/investment activities) is outside the U.S.

  4. Trust and Jurisdictional Compliance

    • Not a U.S.-governed trust subject to U.S. court supervision.
    • No accounts maintained for U.S. persons or entities or those in Sanctioned Jurisdictions (e.g., Cuba, Iran, North Korea).

  5. Ongoing Due Diligence

    • Conducts reasonable due diligence to support documentation and attestations.

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Key Obligations and Representations

FAQ Section

Q1: What happens if my documentation is incomplete?
A: OKX may delay or reject your application until accurate information is provided.

Q2: Can I onboard if my business has U.S. ties?
A: No. Applicants with U.S. registrations, operations, or principal offices are ineligible.

Q3: How often must I update my attestations?
A: Immediately upon any change affecting the truthfulness of submitted data.

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Keywords

This process ensures alignment with global regulatory standards and OKX’s risk management policies.