what are kyc documents 
account owners generally must provide a government issued id as proof of identity some institutions require two forms of id such as a driver s license birth certificate social security card or passport in addition to confirming identity the address must be confirmed this can be done with proof of id or with an accompanying document confirming the address of the client the bottom lineknow your client kyc is a set of standards and requirements investment and financial services companies use to verify the identity of their customers and any associated risks with the customer relationship kyc requires customers to provide a personal identification profile and kyc ensures investment advisors are aware of their client s risk tolerance and financial position 