RegAlert2026-09-30
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What a high-quality SMR looks like
The document clarifies the requirements for submitting suspicious matter reports (SMRs), stating that those required to report must form a suspicion on reasonable grounds without needing proof of a crime. It specifies that a strong SMR explains why an activity raised concern and how the suspicion was formed, advising reporters to provide available information without guessing. The document sets deadlines for SMR submission: within 24 hours when the suspicion is related to terrorism financing, and within 3 business days after the day any other type of suspicion was formed.
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Published date
30 September 2026
Your suspicious matter reports (SMRs) provide valuable information to law enforcement agencies and us. These reports can help us detect money laundering, terrorism financing, fraud and other serious crime.
You don’t need proof that a crime has happened. You only need to form a suspicion on reasonable grounds.
Report your suspicions
You don’t need every detail. Submit an SMR when you form a suspicion on reasonable grounds. Ask yourself:
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