879,000+ Politically Exposed Persons.
One API call.
Screen customers against the largest open PEP database available via API. Covers heads of state, ministers, judges, military leaders, and senior officials from 190+ countries. Updated daily from Wikidata + official government registries.
PEP Categories Covered
FATF defines a PEP as an individual entrusted with a prominent public function. Verifex covers current and former PEPs, their family members, and known associates.
Heads of State & Government
Presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, and heads of government from every country.
Cabinet Ministers
Ministers of finance, defense, interior, foreign affairs, and all cabinet-level positions.
Members of Parliament
Senators, representatives, and parliamentarians from national legislatures worldwide.
Senior Military & Intelligence
Generals, admirals, intelligence agency directors, and senior defense officials.
Judges & Prosecutors
Supreme court justices, constitutional court judges, and attorneys general.
Ambassadors & Diplomats
Ambassadors, high commissioners, and senior diplomatic staff.
State Enterprise Executives
CEOs and board members of state-owned enterprises and sovereign wealth funds.
Brazil Federal PEPs
Official Brazilian PEP registry from Portal da Transparência — updated monthly.
Why PEP Screening Matters
Regulatory Requirement
FATF Recommendations 12 and 22 require enhanced due diligence for PEPs. The EU AMLD6 and EBA guidelines mandate PEP screening as part of customer onboarding.
Risk-Based Approach
PEPs represent higher risk for bribery, corruption, and money laundering. Verifex returns risk tiers (clear/review/block) so you can apply proportionate due diligence.
Combined Screening
Screen against PEPs AND sanctions lists in a single API call. No need for separate providers — Verifex covers both with 43 sources and 1M+ entities.