The FATF Recommendation 16

The global frameworks that underpin national wire transfer rules & compliance obligations.

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Wire transfer obligations don’t begin with domestic law. They are grounded in international standards that shape global expectations for transparency, traceability, and anti-money laundering. This section highlights the key frameworks, such as the FATF Recommendations, that influence legislation and supervisory practice worldwide.

 

Whether you're benchmarking your programme or building one from the ground up, understanding these global principles is essential to interpreting and anticipating regulatory expectations across jurisdictions.