All owners listed on the face of the stock certificate must sign. If the custodian transfers the shares to a name other than the owner's, an affidavit that the transfer is for the benefit of the minor is required. If no longer a minor, the owner may sign and send a certified copy of the birth certificate. Near the signatures, type or print a statement that verifies the two signatures represent one and the same person. A signature guarantee may be obtained by signing in the presence of a bank officer or a stockbroker who is a member of an acceptable Medallion Program.
Proper identification is required.
Sign your name exactly as it appears on the front of the certificate or on your SIPP Account, and have the official guarantee your signature on each certificate or stock power. It is acceptable to have your signature guaranteed on an Assignment Separate from Certificate, also known as a Stock Power Form , rather than the stock certificate. To deter possible inconvenience, we suggest checking with a bank or firm to ensure that the Medallion Guarantee is available before signing. For your protection, we recommend registered mail if you are mailing stock certificates . For any other type of transfer, please contact Shareholder Services.