Entity Details
Full legal name, DBA, formation state, entity type, and registration numbers to precisely identify the client.
A consistent Institutional Client Intake Form reduces onboarding time, supports regulatory checks, and creates an auditable record for compliance with ESIGN (15 U.S.C. ch. 96), UETA, and industry rules such as HIPAA when handling protected health information.
Different roles interact with the form during onboarding, approval, and recordkeeping.
Assign clear internal ownership for each section to avoid gaps during approval and regulatory review.
A corporate officer, partner, or delegated agent with authority to bind the institution. Provide job title, scope of authority, and attach a corporate resolution or power of attorney when required.
Internal compliance or AML officer who verifies KYC documentation, sanctions screening, and beneficial ownership disclosures before accounts are activated or funds accepted.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email + optional SMS code or KBA |
| Routing | Sequential signer order with conditional approvers |
| Notifications | Automated reminders and escalation |
| Storage | Encrypted archive with access logs |
Choose a platform that supports secure upload, audit trails, and integration with your systems.
Ensure the chosen platform includes encryption in transit and at rest, an immutable audit trail, and options for a HIPAA BAA when required by the data type.
Provide W-9 information upon payer request
Retain I-9s 3 years after hire or 1 year after termination
Institutional review typically takes 3–10 business days
IDs and formation documents may require recent dates or notarization
Missing EIN/TIN can trigger backup withholding
Client submits form and attachments for intake.
KYC/AML and sanctions checks are performed.
Authorized signatories sign and attest to authority.
Operations activates accounts and confirms access.
Full legal name, DBA, formation state, entity type, and registration numbers to precisely identify the client.
EIN or TIN with certification of taxpayer status to support reporting and withholding requirements.
Names, titles, and signature blocks plus corporate resolution or power-of-attorney evidence when needed.
Ownership percentages and control person details to comply with beneficial ownership and AML rules.
Statements for sanctions screening, FATCA/CRS classification, and anti-money-laundering declarations.
Field for charters, operating agreements, passports, and secondary documentation supporting identity and authority.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies | Varies | Yes, limited | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |