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Salary & everyday FX (not property sale)
National L3 — Banking, FX & Capital Controls
General information only. Property transfer, tax clearance, and cross-border remittance rules depend on how title is held, purchase history, local tax bureau practice, and bank/SAFE documentation standards. This is not legal, tax, or foreign-exchange advice and does not create an attorney–client relationship. Instruct qualified counsel and tax advisors before you sign, close, or wire funds.
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Account opening / maintenance themes
- Passport + valid stay document + local mobile number are common baselines
- Some branches tighten service when residence permits expire
- Large historical balances can trigger refresh KYC when you suddenly wire abroad
Wire transfer friction points
| Checkpoint | What the bank is testing |
|---|---|
| Source of funds | Is this really property sale proceeds? |
| Purpose code / narrative | Does the form language match documents? |
| Beneficiary match | Is the overseas account yours (or properly explained)? |
| Sanctions / AML screening | Standard international banking controls |
| Quota vs documented path | Which FX story are you using? |
Practical recommendations
- Keep the same account that will receive sale proceeds—avoid last-minute bank hopping.
- Update passport and residence permit data before the closing week.
- Ask for the bank’s property-sale remittance checklist in writing.
- Budget multi-day review for first-time large outward wires.
Legal basis & authorities
- Bank KYC/AML rules
- SAFE-oriented FX documentation practice
Use primary sources when bank or tax forms cite circular numbers.
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