FinCEN Advisories
FinCEN issues advisories to inform financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and the general public about emerging threats, evolving criminal tactics, and compliance expectations related to money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud schemes, and other financial crimes.
These advisories are developed through intelligence analysis and partnerships with domestic and international law enforcement, financial intelligence units (FIUs), and industry stakeholders. Each advisory includes recommended risk indicators, red flags, and instructions to help financial institutions meet their obligations under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
FinCEN advisories are critical tools for strengthening the resilience of the U.S. financial system and supporting national security efforts. Institutions are strongly encouraged to review all current advisories and incorporate relevant guidance into their compliance programs.
Recent Advisories May Include Guidance On:
- Illicit finance threats from foreign state actors
- Terrorist financing trends and global movement of funds
- Cyber-enabled financial crime and virtual asset abuse
- Human trafficking and smuggling-related financial activity
- Evasion of U.S. sanctions and trade-based money laundering
- Use of shell companies to obscure beneficial ownership
To stay updated, check this page regularly for the latest advisories and enforcement trends.
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