Professional By Request
The Professional By Request entitlement is for experienced investors who wish to be treated as professional clients, granting them access to advanced derivative products.
Entitlement Summary
| Field | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Name | professional_by_request | The system name used to identify this Entitlement. |
| Applies To | Person, Corporate | Available for both individuals and legal entities. |
| Prerequisites | 1. Onboarded: The entity must have a completed KYC/KYB status. | |
| Outcome | Standard: Approved or Rejected. |
Specific Requirements
This process requires both self-declaration through a questionnaire and the submission of supporting evidence.
1. Questionnaire
The system issues a requirementsQuestionnaire for "Professional By Request". This collects data regarding the user's trading volume, portfolio size, and professional experience.
2. Proof of Capability (Additional Data)
Based on the questionnaire responses, the workflow may trigger an additional_data_request webhook.
- Action: Your application must provide a UI for the user to upload the requested documents (e.g., bank statements, professional certifications).
- Submission: Use the
POST /persons/{id}/documentsendpoint to upload the files. The workflow will then continue once the documents are linked.