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Action required OCC Sep 22, 2026

OCC Bulletin 2026-44: FAQs on Verifiable Digital Credentials

The OCC issued FAQs clarifying the use of government-issued digital credentials under the Customer Identification Program (CIP) rule. This guidance impacts how banks verify identities using digital formats.

The OCC issued FAQs clarifying the use of government-issued digital credentials under the Customer Identification Program (CIP) rule. This guidance impacts how banks verify identities using digital formats.

What changed

Banks can now use state-issued mobile licenses and verified digital credentials for compliance checks.

Compliance perspective

Banks need to adapt verification processes to incorporate the use of digital credentials as advised.

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