What are the TPB proof of identity requirements for accountants?

The Tax Practitioners Board requires all registered tax agents, BAS agents and tax practitioners to verify the identity of new individual clients before providing services. This includes verifying at least one primary photo ID document.

Can accountants use electronic identity verification instead of in-person document sighting?

Yes. The TPB accepts electronic identity verification as a valid method for satisfying proof of identity requirements. AIS provides a fully digital process with DVS government database checks that meets TPB standards.

Do accountants need to verify beneficial owners of company clients?

Yes. For company clients, accountants must verify the identity of all beneficial owners with 25% or more ownership. AIS can verify each beneficial owner individually with the same digital process.

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TPB proof of identity for accountants & tax agents

The Tax Practitioners Board requires registered tax agents, BAS agents and tax practitioners to verify the identity of new clients. AIS gives you a simple, fully digital process.

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Professional Services

Accountants, Tax Agents & Bookkeepers

The Tax Practitioners Board requires registered tax agents, BAS agents and tax practitioners to verify the identity of new clients. AIS gives you a simple, fully digital process.

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✓TPB-compliant proof of identity for new clients
✓Verify individual and business clients
✓No more in-person document sighting required
✓Digital records for every client verification
✓Verify beneficial owners for company clients
✓AML screening included on every check

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What TPB requires from you

POI

Proof of Identity — you must verify the identity of every new individual client before providing services

Beneficial

For company clients, you must verify the identity of all beneficial owners with 25%+ ownership

Digital

Electronic verification satisfies TPB requirements — no in-person document sighting needed with AIS

Records

You must retain identity records — AIS stores them securely and makes them available for audit

FAQ

Common questions about professional services

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