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Frequently asked questions answered about AML/CFT and obligations of reporting entities in New Zealand.
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Frequently asked questions answered about AML/CFT and obligations of reporting entities in New Zealand.
The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (the Act) and its regulations place obligations on New Zealand’s financial institutions to detect and deter money laundering and terrorism financing. Find out more about your AML/CFT obligations on this page.
New Zealand’s Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) system is intended to adapt as money laundering and terrorism financing risks evolve. Two regulations, that are a key part of the AML/CFT system, were due to expire. These are the AML/CFT (Exemptions) Regulations 2011 which were scheduled to expire on 30 June 2020, and the AML/CFT (Definitions) Regulations 2011 which partially expire on 27 July 2021. This document sets out the changes and updates made for these regulations. These changes come into force 9 July 2021.
The AML/CFT guide for small financial adviser businesses is designed to help financial advisers working independently or in a small business comply with their obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (the AML/CFT Act) and associated regulations (together AML/CFT law).