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Watchlist Screening and Monitoring Solutions

Navigate KYC and AML requirements with advanced watchlist screening solutions and automated watchlist monitoring. Access the latest sanctions, PEPs, adverse media databases, and global AML watchlists in real time. Help reduce compliance risk and strengthen due diligence with scalable watchlist screening software, while supporting ongoing watchlist verification with confidence.

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Validate applicant data against dynamic global databases and build a holistic view of your customer with intelligent watchlist screening and monitoring capabilities.

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Our solution constantly draws from multiple sanctions, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and other data sources.

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All data is refreshed at a minimum every 24 hours. It's indexed as it's refreshed to improve response times and support continuous watchlist monitoring.

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We cross-reference user data in seconds using advanced watchlist screening software and provide results back via the Entrust dashboard.

Compliant

Have confidence in your ability to navigate regulatory requirements like 6AMLD. Need to continue screening users after onboarding? Entrust’s ongoing monitoring re-screens against chosen sources every 24 hours and notifies you with updates to support continuous AML watchlists verification and audit readiness.

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Configurable

Tailor searches to your needs by choosing which sanctions lists, adverse media categories and PEPs lists to search.

Schnell

We supercharge our performance by using AI to index and update our data. Responses are provided in near real-time, so you can make quick decisions without slowing onboarding or frustrating legitimate customers.

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  • Financial services and fintech: Screen customers against global AML watchlists during onboarding and continuously thereafter to meet regulatory obligations without delaying account activation.
  • Payments, wallets, and money services: Monitor users against updated sanctions and PEP lists to reduce exposure to illicit activity as transaction volumes scale.
  • Crypto and digital asset platforms: Support high-risk onboarding and ongoing monitoring across jurisdictions with configurable watchlist screening workflows.
  • Global digital businesses: Expand into new markets with confidence by screening customers against region-specific watchlists and adverse media sources.

Our partnership with Onfido (now part of Entrust) allowed us to verify our users twice as fast as before, and remain compliant with regulations and law — which is the most important thing in our business, as well as making the verification process even more smooth for users.

Daumantas Barauskas, COO, Genome

What is watchlist screening?

Watchlist screening is the process of checking individuals or entities against global sanctions lists, politically exposed persons (PEPs), adverse media sources, and AML watchlists to identify potential risk. It is a core component of KYC and AML compliance programs.

What are watchlist screening solutions?

Watchlist screening solutions are purpose-built tools that automate the process of comparing customer data against sanctions lists and other risk databases. Modern watchlist screening software enables faster decision-making, reduces manual review, and supports ongoing compliance monitoring.

What is a watchlist on a background check?

In a background check, a watchlist refers to official sanctions lists, government enforcement databases, PEP registries, and other high-risk data sources used to identify potential financial crime, fraud, or regulatory exposure.

Which watchlists are typically included in screening?

Screening programs typically include global sanctions lists (such as OFAC and UN), politically exposed persons (PEPs), law enforcement lists, adverse media sources, and other AML watchlists. The specific lists depend on regulatory requirements and geographic risk exposure.

How does watchlist screening support AML compliance?

Watchlist screening supports AML compliance by identifying sanctioned individuals, high-risk customers, and potential financial crime exposure before and after onboarding. Ongoing watchlist monitoring helps organizations meet regulatory expectations for continuous AML watchlists verification and risk management.

Can watchlist screening be automated and real time?

Automated watchlist screening software can perform real-time checks during onboarding and conduct scheduled re-screening after account creation. Automated watchlist monitoring reduces manual effort, improves accuracy, and helps organizations respond quickly to regulatory updates.

What companies need watchlist screening solutions?

Financial institutions, fintechs, payment providers, crypto platforms, insurance firms, and regulated enterprises typically require watchlist screening solutions. Any organization subject to KYC and AML regulations can benefit from automated watchlist screening software to reduce compliance risk and improve operational efficiency.

Speak to a watchlist screening expert today

Get practical guidance on strengthening your AML program with advanced watchlist screening solutions. Our experts will help you reduce compliance risk and streamline ongoing monitoring.