Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulators by Country

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulators play a crucial role in combating illicit financial activities and promoting transparency in their respective countries.

In the United States, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is the primary AML regulator. FinCEN is responsible for enforcing the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and ensuring compliance with its AML provisions. It supervises financial institutions, collects and analyzes financial transactions, and shares intelligence with law enforcement agencies.

In the United Kingdom, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is the main AML regulator. The FCA sets and enforces AML regulations for various financial sectors, including banks, investment firms, and payment institutions. It conducts inspections, issues penalties for non-compliance, and provides guidance to businesses on AML requirements.

Other notable AML regulators include the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) in Australia, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in Singapore, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) in South Korea, and the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Japan. These regulators have established frameworks and guidelines to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes within their jurisdictions.