Regulatory Alerts2017-10-11
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Guideline on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing – Address Verification Requirements
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued this circular to amend the AML-2 Guideline regarding address verification requirements for authorized institutions. The document specifies updated standards for verifying customer addresses to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls. These changes aim to strengthen the regulatory framework for financial institutions operating in Hong Kong.
CIR
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Issue Date:
11 Oct 2017
20171011-2-EN.pdf (82.1 KB)
Topic:
AML & CFT - AML/CFT Controls
Group:
All Authorized Institutions
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Annex
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11 Oct 2017
Annex - Summary of Relevant Paragraphs of the AML Guideline that will be amended
SPM-SGL
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25 May 2023
AML-2 Guideline on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (For Authorized Institutions)
Annex
Current
11 Oct 2017
Annex - Summary of Relevant Paragraphs of the AML Guideline that will be amended
SPM-SGL
Current
25 May 2023
AML-2 Guideline on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (For Authorized Institutions)
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