Regulatory Alerts2022-02-27
Anti-money laundering and countering terrorism financing (AML/CFT)
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand supervises banks, life insurers, and non-bank deposit takers to ensure compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009. This regulatory framework aims to protect New Zealanders by aligning the financial system with international standards to detect and deter money laundering and terrorism financing. The document provides essential resources, including guidance, codes of practice, and information on specific supervisory obligations for reporting entities.
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Regulation and supervision
We are responsible for ensuring the financial institutions we regulate meet their obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (AML/CFT Act).
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About the AML/CFT Act
This Act aims to give New Zealanders confidence in our financial system and align us with international standards to detect and deter money laundering and terrorism financing.
Supervising agencies for AML/CFT
Find out which supervision agency you report to for meeting your responsibilities under the AML/CFT Act 2009.
AML/CFT list of reporting entities
Under the AML/CFT Act 2009, we supervise banks, life insurers and non-bank deposit takers.
AML/CFT obligations
Information about the obligations reporting entities need to comply with under the AML/CFT Act 2009.
AML/CFT guidance and resources
Find guidance, codes of practice and other resources to help banks, life insurers and non-bank deposit takers comply with the AML/CFT Act 2009.