Each reporting entity under the AML legislation must lodge their annual AML/CFT report with their Supervisor any time between the 1st of July to the 31st of August. Remember, there are no extensions to this deadline.
Anti-Money Laundering News and Insights
Stay up-to-date with Anti-Money Laundering news and insights from New Zealand's AML experts. Learn more about the ever-changing AML world, and get the latest tips on how you can manage your AML obligations.
AML/CFT requirements for certified documents
As part of onboarding your clients you need to prove their identity. While electronic verification is popular these days, many individuals are still using certified documents. Learn what requirements need to be fulfilled to accept certified documents as proof of identity.
Anti-Money Laundering explained
AMLHUB's quick guide to anti-money laundering in New Zealand
“Money laundering” – it calls to mind laundromats and giant bags of cash, or maybe the Netflix series Ozark. For most people it’s a vague concept that’s ‘bad’, with no understanding of what it is and how it actually happens. But it’s a big problem: in New Zealand alone, around $1 billion is laundered every year, while globally the figure is estimated to be $4 trillion.
Six common CDD mistakes (and how to avoid them)
The AMLHUB outsourcing team manages the outsourcing for many New Zealand reporting entities. We have good oversight over the things that go right, and the ways it can go wrong.
Keep reading to learn about the six most common mistakes made in customer due diligence (CDD), and how you can avoid them. Plus, download your copy of the ID Document Guide.
This blog was updated 12 February, 2024.
AMLHUB Wins At Newmarket Business Awards 2023
AMLHUB is extremely proud to announce that it has been awarded Best Small/Medium Business at the Newmarket Business Awards 2023 💙🏆
AMLHUB announced as Finalists for the Newmarket Business Awards 2023
AMLHUB are honoured and excited to be recognised as finalists in not just one, but three categories at the 2023 Newmarket Business Awards.
Reporting entity weaknesses exposed by DIA audit review
The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) reviewed 60 reporting entities’ compliance with independent audit requirements and concluded that there is room for improvement for everyone.
What good AML training looks like for your staff
Keep your staff up to speed with AML training
Staff training is one of the key requirements of an AML/CFT programme. It's important for your staff as it gives them the knowledge and skills they need to help your company meet its AML obligations.
Annual AML/CFT reports coming up for 2023
Your annual AML/CFT report is due between 1 July and 31 August 2023. Get started now!
Are you outsourcing Customer Due Diligence? Read the guidance update.
New Zealand Supervisors issue a reminder for outsourcing Customer Due Diligence to third parties.
The Financial Markets Authority and Department of Internal Affairs released updated guidance on outsourcing Customer Due Diligence that reiterates a very important message for anyone using third parties to manage it.