The checks help banks make sure you are who you say you are, and that the money you're depositing has been earned or given legitimately. Don't worry if you're given an anti-money laundering check you're not under suspicion, and everyone is given one. These checks do appear as a soft search on your credit report.
Global VAT Compliance is a specialized VAT company whose sole purpose is to make sure international businesses are VAT compliant in all required tax jurisdictions.
