Global Coverage
Aggregated intelligence from multiple providers
Most KYB tools rely on a single data vendor. We aggregate multiple KYB and registry providers to ensure broad geographic coverage and stronger data reliability worldwide.
KYB & Ownership
Process registry data, map multi-layer UBOs, and screen sanctions, PEP and adverse media using minimal company details to deliver a clear risk summary ready for onboarding.
What makes Ballerine’s KYB engine different
Ownership Clarity
Multi-layer ownership mapping
Uncover complex UBO structures of companies you onboard. When applicable, we:
- Map direct and indirect shareholders
- Trace ownership through multiple layers
- Identify directors, authorized signatories, and key controllers
Structured Risk Summary
Risk clarity in seconds
Raw KYB data is overwhelming. We distill it into a quick executive summary with instant clarity on company status, sanctions, PEP, jurisdiction risk, ownership, and adverse media.
Connected to Your Portfolio
KYB is only one piece of the puzzle
Each check is added to the merchant profile, giving you a complete view of the business over time. View KYB results alongside underwriting, monitoring, and risk signals so every decision is made with full context.
How it works
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Input minimal data
Provide the company registration number and country of incorporation. That's all we need to begin.
Registry enrichment
Legal name, registration number, incorporation date, company status, registered address, and industry classification. Additional data points are pulled when available.
Ownership mapping
Shareholders, UBOs, parent entities, and multi-layer ownership structures are traced and mapped to give you full visibility into who controls the business.
Risk screening
We screen against sanctions lists, PEP lists, adverse media sources, and regulatory warnings to surface any compliance concerns.
Structured risk summary
We generate a concise KYB risk overview with key flags and findings, ready for your team to review and act on.
faq
Common questions
about KYB verifications
What is KYB ownership verification, and why does it matter for payment companies?
How does Ballerine automate UBO and corporate ownership verification?
What are the biggest challenges in verifying merchant ownership structures?
How does ownership verification fit into the merchant onboarding process?
Can Ballerine detect changes in merchant ownership after onboarding?
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