Updated AML/CFT programme guideline

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14 October 2024

The Department of Internal Affairs, the Financial Markets Authority and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand have released the updated Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Programme Guideline. This update reflects a comprehensive review following the Ministry of Justice 2022 Statutory Review of the Act and the new regulations that took effect on 31 July 2023 and 1 June 2024.

This guideline is for all reporting entities in our shared commitment to upholding robust AML/CFT practices and safeguarding our financial systems. 

AML/CFT Programme Guideline (PDF, 648KB)*

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact aml/cft@dia.govt.nz.