2025 Global Guide to UBO Regulations

Today's rapidly evolving regulatory environment requires more than a basic understanding of Beneficial Ownership (BO) or Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) regulations. With fully 100% of G20 enforcing disclosure rules amid a global push for financial transparency, legal and compliance teams are under increasing pressure to keep pace with new and changing requirements.

But navigating this landscape is far from straightforward. Requirements vary widely by jurisdiction, enforcement expectations are shifting and reporting obligations are expanding — not just for financial institutions, but  businesses of all kinds. The result is a complex UBO framework that teams are expected to interpret and comply with in real time.

Athennian's 2025 UBO Guide can help.

Whether you're working to streamline internal processes, reduce regulatory risk or simply get clarity on what’s expected and where, this guide offers a practical overview of key requirements and jurisdictional nuances so you can manage UBO requirements with confidence.

What's inside:

• Global Overview of 50 Key Jurisdictions: A detailed breakdown of how countries like the United States, Germany, China and Singapore approach UBO regulations, live registries and reporting requirements​.
• Jurisdiction-Specific Compliance Insights: Clear guidance on thresholds, reporting obligations and key challenges for each jurisdiction. No more ambiguity — just accurate, up-to-date information​.
• Common Pitfalls and How to Address Them: Understand the complexities of multi-jurisdictional reporting and learn strategies to avoid common compliance errors​.

Who it's for:

• Corporate Secretaries managing global entity records
• General Counsels and Legal Teams overseeing compliance strategies
• Tax Directors and Finance Teams supporting cross-border operations
• Compliance Officers tasked with maintaining transparency and accuracy

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