2020-01-01
The Bank of Jamaica issued this Standard of Sound Practice to establish minimum expectations for assessing the fitness and propriety of substantial shareholders, directors, officers, and key employees in deposit-taking institutions. The document mandates that licensees implement rigorous due diligence processes to evaluate candidates against three core criteria: probity, financial soundness, and competence. It further details the supervisory approach, assessment frequency, required documentation, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure ongoing compliance with the Banking Services Act, 2014.