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# 2.1 Application Process

To apply for Member status, an entity must submit a formal application to Initiativ, including all necessary documentation. The application will be processed through the Exchange digital interface. The application will be reviewed, and upon successful approval by Initiativ, the applicant will be granted member status and access to the Trading Platform.

#### The application will include

* Name of the legal entity of the company (address, etc.)
* Activity of the company (including EUA list)
* Financials
* Ultimate Beneficial Owner
* Trading, risk and compliance organization
* Account Administrators name and details
* Account Administrator and authorised users (named individuals acting under the Member’s authority). Individual users are onboarded as users of the Member; the Member is the trading entity. User due diligence beyond what is mandatory at admission is completed after onboarding, to keep initial onboarding to what is strictly required.
* Desired Eligible Markets