We have a responsibility to verify the identity of each applicant under regulations for prevention of financial crime and money laundering.
We use an electronic verification system, and if this is successful, that's all we need to do. However in certain cases (for example if you are not listed on the electoral roll or you have recently moved house) we may need additional proof of identity.
We may not be able to open an account for you unless suitable proof of name and address is provided. We have a responsibility to verify the identity of each applicant under regulations for prevention of financial crime and money laundering.
We need to be able to confirm your identity when opening new accounts for customers. Our 
Identification Requirements leaflet has a list of the types of documents we will accept for proof of identification and proof of address.
All communications with us may be monitored/recorded to improve the quality of our service and for your protection and security. Copies or details of Proof of Identity will be taken and retained by the Society.
Yorkshire Building Society is one of the largest building societies in the UK. We offer a range of financial products and services including: savings & investment accounts, insurance products, loans, mortgages and more.
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Yorkshire Building Society is a member of the Building Societies Association and is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. We are entered in the Financial Services Register under registration number 106085.
Any reference on this website or in our literature to the Financial Services Authority (FSA) should be deemed to mean the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA).
