### Question
How is the term applicant defined?


### Answer
The term **applicant** is defined in *31 U.S.C. § 5336* as the following:

> any individual who—


(A) files an application to form a corporation, limited liability company, or other similar entity under the laws of a State or Indian Tribe

#### Citation:
  - *31 U.S.C. § 5336*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE IV-MONEY > CHAPTER 53-MONETARY TRANSACTIONS > SUBCHAPTER II-RECORDS AND REPORTS ON MONETARY INSTRUMENTS TRANSACTIONS**

