New Rules for Remote Bank Customer IDs

The Central Bank of Iran on Sunday announced regulations for remote identification of customers seeking electronic banking and financial services. 
Banks, credit institutions and leasing companies can offer routine services remotely via the internet. Opening bank accounts, providing payment gateways and tools, granting  small loans and issuing guarantees are among services that can be offered remotely. 
Remote provision of banking services has gained traction in recently, especially in the past two years when after banks were instructed to expand e-services to curb the physical presence of clients due to restrictions to control the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.