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PEP (Politically Exposed Person)

A politically exposed person is someone who holds or has held a prominent public function, such as head of state, minister, member of parliament, senior judge or board member of a state-owned company. PEPs, their family members and close associates require enhanced due diligence, for at least 12 months after leaving office.

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Updated 31 Oct 2026.