The upcoming Companies House identity verification requirements will affect all company directors and the Authorised Corporate Service Providers (ACSPs) who support them.

This session will provide a clear overview of the Companies House standard, the different verification options available, and the process of verifying IDs directly with Companies House or via an ACSP. We will also share guidance for ACSPs on aligning verification with existing AML compliance methods and how to make use of multiple options.

Finally, attendees will learn about training and support available through Xama to help them meet these obligations with confidence.

The webinar will cover:

• Key dates & requirements for director ID verification
• Verification process: Companies House direct vs. ACSP-led verification 
• The Companies House standard explained, with an overview of available options 
• Practical guidance for ACSPs: aligning ID verification methods with AML compliance and leveraging multiple options for efficiency and flexibility
• Training & guidance available through Xam

Date: 22 October 2025
Time: 12pm - 1pm (UK)
CPD hours: 1
Price: Free  

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About the speaker

Jacques Malan                   

Jacques Malan is the co-founder of Xama Technologies, a UK SaaS platform supporting accountants and bookkeepers with Anti-Money Laundering compliance. He has experience developing practical tools for identity verification, risk monitoring, and client risk assessments. He works closely with firms to adapt their processes to regulatory change.

Jacques is currently focused on helping the profession prepare for the upcoming Companies House ACSP requirements, providing both guidance and technology to make compliance more straightforward and effective.