2019-03-31
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission issued this guidance to clarify regulatory expectations for financial services businesses and lawyers regarding anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing obligations. The document details requirements for conducting Business Risk Assessments, notifying the Commission of material compliance failures, and managing customer due diligence and third-party reliance. It further addresses specific operational risks, including the impact of business relationship duration on risk ratings and the certification of copy documentation.