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Originally Posted by jam26
My online sportsbook now requires a lot of very personal information in order to process my withdrawals. This includes, photocopies of my credit card and drivers licence (front and back) and a copy of a recent credit card statement as well as my SIN.
Both online sporstbooks I deal with say they now require this info under the Know Your Customer rules contained in the US Patriot Act. I'm uncomfortable sending this information in, but they will not process my withdrawals without it. Is anyone familiar with this law and whether it is really required for Canadian customers? I am dealing with reputable sportsbooks so I think my information is likely safe, but I'm still a bit wary of providing this info.
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Know Your Client rules are typically aimed at money-laundering.
A copy of your credit card and a copy of the credit card statement are interesting variations . . . . . but perhaps understandable since you likely require those to execute bets.
The requirements above - except the credit card information - would also apply to a typical financial institution as well.
Cowperson