Will HSBC certify documents?

If you choose to certify your documents via an HSBC office they will send your certified documents to us directly. We can only accept certified copies that have been translated into English, providing both the foreign and English copy are certified.

What is HSBC deferred prosecution agreement?

Under the DPA, prosecution against the bank for conspiracy will be deferred for an initial period of three years to allow HSBC Switzerland to demonstrate good conduct. The agreement provides no protection for any individuals. The $192.35 million penalty against HSBC Switzerland has three parts.

Why did I get a text from HSBC?

Things HSBC might send you They pretend to be an organisation you trust, like your bank, utility company, internet provider or even the police or HMRC. We won’t contact you from a normal mobile number other than the examples below. You might receive other texts from us, depending on your marketing preferences.

Is HSBC corrupt?

HSBC had admitted to U.S. prosecutors in 2012 that it had helped dirty money flow through its branches around the world, including at least $881 million controlled by the notorious Sinaloa cartel and other Mexican drug gangs. The court named a former top New York state financial crimes prosecutor, Michael Cherkasky.

How much do solicitors charge to certify documents?

The fixed cost is £30 for EACH & EVERY document signed and stamped. Appointment takes 5 minutes. Your document MUST be fully completed by you BEFORE you attend but DO NOT sign it.

Do banks certify passports?

When you apply for something like a bank account or mortgage, you may be asked to provide documents that are certified as true copies of the original. Copies of documents that can be certified include: passports. bank/building society or credit card statements.

What is a DPA in court?

A deferred prosecution agreement, or “DPA,” is a mechanism for resolving a case against a company that is, essentially, an unofficial form of probation. The conditions of a DPA are negotiated between the defendant and the government.

What was the effect of the HSBC non prosecution?

Among the most alarming effects the non-prosecution decision produces is the harm done to the large number of individuals affected by drug trade. That being the case, both justice and utility seem best served by criminal prosecution of HSBC executives. Society has always had a keen interest in providing justice for the wrongdoings of individuals.

Who are the sanctioned entities for HSBC Bank USA?

HSBC Group followed instructions from sanctioned entities such as Iran, Cuba, Sudan, Libya and Burma, to omit their names from U.S. dollar payment messages sent to HSBC Bank USA and other financial institutions located in the United States.

Why was HSBC under suspicion for money laundering?

From 2003-2006, HSBC Bank USA was under heavy suspicion by United States regulators and operated under a written agreement to correct the deficiencies of their operational practices. HSBC Bank USA specifically agreed to enhance its anti-money laundering program to achieve adequate compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act.

What to do if you suspect fraudulent use of your HSBC account?

Suspect fraudulent use of your HSBC account? Call the phone number on your statement. If you suspect a fraudulent transaction involving an HSBC account, you should immediately call the phone number on your monthly account statement or on the back of your credit/debit card.