 This process can be very simple or may be quite complex depending on how many relationships an entity has in place.The process of identifying foreign officials is typically carried out by the comparisons of client or third-party lists with lists of foreign officials that contain the names and positions of such officials, as well as unique identifiers such as dates of birth, photos, and contact numbers.The term foreign official should not be confused with the term "politically exposed person", as this term relates to the financial sector and its clients.