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Proof of origin for purchases
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What is a proof of origin of funds?

A proof of origin of funds is a document that clearly shows how and when assets came into your possession. This can be evidenced by various documents that prove the origin of your funds.

Valid proof of origin of funds in detail

Documents that can be used as proof of origin for Bitcoin purchases are listed below in respective categories. However, please note that, depending on various factors, more than the documents and evidence listed may need to be submitted.

If extensive documentation is submitted, it may be helpful to include a written description of the context of any transactions. This will help us to bring your case to a positive conclusion as quickly as possible.

Share sales, capital gains or savings from capital gains

  • Current tax assessment notice
    OR

  • Securities account statements showing share sales and transaction details

    AND

  • Account statement showing receipt of payment for the sale
    AND

  • If the sale from the securities account is older than 6 weeks, an account statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid funds

Dividends

  • Profit distribution agreements/ dividend resolution/ distribution resolution in the name of the person
    AND

  • Bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details
    AND

  • If the distribution was made more than 6 months ago, a bank statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid funds

Inheritance Austria

  • Notice of inheritance / notice of inheritance / notification from the tax or revenue office
    AND

  • If the inheritance took place more than 6 months ago, a bank statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid assets

Inheritance Germany

  • Certificate of inheritance
    AND

  • Inventory of the estate
    AND

  • If the inheritance took place more than 6 months ago, a bank statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid assets

Loans received

  • Loan agreement signed by all parties
    AND

  • Bank statement showing receipt of payment and transaction details

Savings from wages, salary or pension

  • Three payslips from the last six months showing the source and amount of income
    OR

  • Current tax assessment notice
    OR

  • Current pension/pension statement

Income from renting or leasing

  • Rental agreement signed by all parties
    AND

  • Three bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details
    OR

  • Current tax assessment notice

Donations

  • Donation agreement or deed signed by all parties
    AND

  • Bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details
    OR

  • Tax assessment notice or notification to the Ministry of Finance (if the value is high enough)
    AND

  • Bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details

Depending on the circumstances of the donation, we may require additional documentation. In particular, the origin of the donor's funds may be the subject of inquiries.

Sale of real estate

  • Purchase agreement in the name of the account holder
    AND

  • If the purchase contract is older than 6 months, an account statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid funds.

In the case of risk-increasing factors, several parties involved, encumbrances/mortgages on the real estate, etc., a statement of account can be requested if necessary in order to receive payment from the sale of the real estate.

Sale of goods (e.g. cars, works of art)

  • Signed purchase contract in the name of the Coinfinity account holder
    AND

  • Bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details
    AND

  • An account statement showing available liquid funds

Sale of company shares

  • Notarized contracts for the sale of company shares in the name of the account holder
    AND

  • Bank statements showing receipt of payment and transaction details
    AND

  • If the sale of the shares took place more than 6 months ago, a bank statement showing the remaining/currently available liquid funds.

Please submit your proof of origin documents exclusively via this link: https://coinfinity.co/upload/

More details on uploading your documents can be found in this article.

If you have any questions, our Customer Success Team will be happy to help you via chat or e-mail at support@coinfinity.co!

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