TRANSFER OF FUNDS VIA A UK BANK ACCOUNT — LEGAL SUPPORT ✅ REAL ESTATE ✅ SERVICES

Actions of the lawyer:

Assess the grounds for transferring funds in accordance with the legislation of the United Kingdom and Ukraine;
Verify the source of funds and its compliance with anti-money laundering requirements;
Provide a written legal opinion regarding the possibility of transferring funds through a UK bank account;
Identify potential risks and ways to mitigate them.

Actions of the lawyer:

Compile a list of necessary documents for opening or using an existing account in a UK bank;
Prepare translations of financial documents into Ukrainian with notarisation or, if required, apostille;
Draft the transfer application and supporting explanations for the bank;
Clarify transaction structure details with the client for accurate form completion.

Actions of the lawyer:

Submit the prepared documents to the bank on behalf of the client or provide submission consultation;
Respond to bank inquiries regarding the legitimacy of the fund’s origin;
Represent the client’s interests in communication with the bank’s compliance department;
Clarify bank requirements in case of transfer suspension and prepare additional explanations.

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Transfer of funds via a UK bank account — legal support

The legal service for transferring funds via a UK bank account is essential for individuals and entrepreneurs who have financial ties to the United Kingdom or conduct international transactions. This service is particularly relevant for Ukrainian citizens opening accounts in the UK, transferring funds for property purchases, business operations, or family financial support.

The main goal of legal support is to ensure the legality, transparency, and security of transactions, as well as to minimise the risk of funds being blocked by the bank.

Legal assistance in opening a bank account in the United Kingdom

Successfully opening an account with a UK bank requires proper document preparation and justification of the source of funds.

Lawyers on our platform assist with preparing the document package in accordance with the requirements of the specific banking institution and advise on choosing the optimal type of account (personal, business, or escrow).
Support is also provided during the KYC (Know Your Customer) procedure, which is mandatory in all UK banks.

We ensure safe and efficient account opening in UK banks, minimising the risk of rejection due to legal or procedural inaccuracies.

Support for large transfers: confirming the legality of funds

When conducting large transactions, UK banks require confirmation of the lawful origin of funds.

Consultant lawyers carry out a comprehensive review of the document package, prepare legal opinions on the origin of funds, and provide explanations to the bank in response to queries about the client or the purpose of the payment.
This is especially important for transfers related to property purchases or investments.

We provide legal support that helps avoid transaction blocks and delays in payment processing by banks.

Legal support for fund transfers under UK currency legislation

Every international transfer must comply with UK currency and tax legislation.

Consultant marketplace lawyers verify the compliance of transactions with the regulator’s (FCA) requirements, advise on limits, currency restrictions, and declarations.
We also provide guidance on the taxation of such transactions and help avoid double taxation under international agreements.

We ensure full compliance of fund transfers with all financial control requirements in the UK.

Conclusion

Legal support for transferring funds via a UK bank account is a comprehensive service that includes document preparation, account opening, confirmation of fund legality, and compliance with UK financial legislation. Engaging lawyers from the Consultant legal marketplace guarantees transaction security and reduces the risk of issues with banks and tax authorities.