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Subcontractors - Business Verification Process

  • Updated on Apr 22, 2026
  • Published on Apr 22, 2026
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Overview

Built requires all subcontractors to verify their business details in order to receive payments. This is a one-time account security measure that helps prevent fraud, protect your business, and comply with financial regulations. The process is quick and straightforward — once completed, you'll be able to start receiving payments.

Note

If you do not complete business verification, you will not be able to receive payments through Built. Learn more about Built's verification requirements here.

Starting Verification

Description

You can start the business verification process directly from your Payments settings in Built.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Click Settings from the navigation bar.

  2. Choose Payments from the left-hand navigation.

  3. Click Start Verification and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the process.

Required Information

Description

Before starting, make sure you have the following business information on hand:

  • Business Type

  • Legal Business Name

  • Employer Identification Number (EIN)

  • Business Address

Authorized Business User Details

An authorized business user is someone designated by your company to send and/or receive payments on its behalf. You will also need to provide the following details for this person:

  • Legal First Name

  • Legal Last Name

  • Job Title

  • Email Address

  • Mobile Phone Number

In some cases, additional information — including personal and/or business documentation — may be required.

After You Submit

Description

Your business verification request will be reviewed immediately following submission. If Built is unable to verify your business with the information provided, a member of the payments onboarding team will reach out to the authorized user with a link to submit any additional documentation needed. If follow-up is required, you can expect that email within 2 business hours of submitting your request.

When your verification is approved, you will receive an email with instructions to set up your bank account to receive payments. Read more about linking your bank account here.

FAQ

What is an authorized business user?

We're able to accept identification from any authorized business user. This does not need to be a specific title or role — just someone who has the authority to represent your business and use Built's payment services.

Why do you need my personal information to set up a business account?

To comply with federal regulations including the USA PATRIOT Act and the Bank Secrecy Act, Built is required to verify the identity of an authorized representative of your business through Know Your Customer (KYC) checks. These regulations are in place to ensure the security of financial transactions and prevent fraud.

What happens if I don't verify my business details?

If you do not complete business verification, you will not be able to receive payments through Built.

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