Customer Identification Program (CIP) Policy
I. Purpose
This Customer Identification Program (CIP) complies with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and FinCEN re
It is designed to verify the identity of customers, prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and maintain compliance wit
II. Scope
Applies to all transactions conducted by Atlanta Gold & Silver, LLC (“AGS”), including the purchase and sale of precious m
III. Required Customer Information
- Full legal name
- Residential or business street address
- Date of birth (for individuals)
- Taxpayer Identification Number (SSN/EIN) or foreign equivalent
- Phone number and email
- For entities: Certified Articles of Incorporation, Business License, Authorized signatory’s ID
IV. Acceptable Forms of Identification
- U.S. driver’s license
- State-issued identification card
- U.S. or foreign passport
- U.S. military ID
- For entities: business license and corporate documents
V. Verification Procedures
AGS will use both documentary and non-documentary methods to verify identity. Transactions where identity cannot be ve
VI. Patriot Act Compliance
All customers must complete the USA PATRIOT Act Compliance Form with supporting ID.
VII. Payment Thresholds and Reporting
- Cash accepted up to $10,000 per day per customer; CTR required for >$10,000 or structured transactions.
- Suspicious transactions of $5,000+ will be reviewed for SAR filing.
VIII. Recordkeeping
All customer identification records and Patriot Act forms are retained for five (5) years after the transaction date.
IX. Customer Notice
"To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law requires Atlanta Gold &
X. Compliance Oversight
Designated AML/CIP Officer: Danielle Dawkins-Osborne
Responsible for implementing CIP procedures, training staff, and maintaining records.
XI. Review and Updates
This CIP is reviewed annually with the AML program to ensure compliance with updated regulations.
Client & Staff Acknowledgment:
I have read and understood the Atlanta Gold & Silver, LLC Customer Identification Program (CIP) Policy.







