Pythas applies a risk-based tiered verification model. Requirements correspond to the client’s transaction volume, entity type, and risk profile. All verification is powered by MetaMap.
Pythas reserves the right to request additional documentation at any time and to apply Enhanced Due Diligence to any client at its sole discretion, regardless of transaction volume.
Tier 1 — Standard KYC / KYB
Monthly volume: 25,000–999,999 USD equivalent
Individual / UBO
Business / Entity
Compliance checks
Tier 2 — Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
Monthly volume: $1,000,000+ · or triggered by risk factors
Individual / UBO
Business / Entity
EDD triggers
All Tier 1 documents, plus: All Tier 1 documents, plus: EDD is applied regardless of volume when any of the following are present:
- SAR filed on a prior transaction
- High-risk jurisdiction
- Flagged wallet address via Elliptic
- OTC or exchange desk business model
- Compliance Officer discretion
EDD clients undergo a 6-month periodic review covering transaction volume, patterns, wallet usage, and KYC/KYB accuracy. 
