2019-11-01
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission issued this Handbook to establish mandatory standards for specified businesses to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing in the Bailiwick. It requires firms to implement a risk-based approach, conduct customer due diligence, maintain robust corporate governance, and report suspicious activities in compliance with Schedule 3 to the Criminal Justice Law. The document provides detailed guidance on enhanced due diligence, sanctions, wire transfers, and record-keeping to ensure alignment with international FATF recommendations and local legislation.