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Breaking Down the Money Transmitter Licensing Process

Breaking Down the Money Transmitter Licensing Process

Posted on: April 14th, 2025

Obtaining a money transmitter license (MTL) in the United States is a multifaceted process that requires adherence to federal and state regulations. These licenses are essential for businesses that transfer funds or facilitate financial transactions on behalf of others, including electronic money transmission, currency exchange, and handling digital assets such as cryptocurrencies.  The licensing process […]

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FinCEN Order Requires CTRs for Transactions Over $200

FinCEN Order Requires CTRs for Transactions Over $200

Posted on: April 8th, 2025

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) requiring money services businesses (MSBs) along the southwest border of the United States to file Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) for cash transactions exceeding $200 but not more than $10,000.  Effective April 14, 2025, through September 9, 2025, this order aims to enhance […]

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FinCEN BSA E-Filing Instructions

FinCEN BSA E-Filing Instructions

Posted on: February 10th, 2022

The Financial Crimes Network (FinCEN) requires Money Services Businesses (MSBs) to register through the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) E-Filing System. The MSB Registration final rule, issued on May 21, 1997, mandates that an MSB must register with the Department of the Treasury and renew their registration every two years. If you have any issues registering […]

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Ask The Experts – Do All My Employees Need Compliance Training?

Ask The Experts – Do All My Employees Need Compliance Training?

Posted on: November 16th, 2021

When deciding on if your employees need compliance training, there are a few things to consider. WHO NEEDS TRAINING It is generally considered an industry best practice to have any employee performing a money service transaction to have adequate and ongoing training. This includes any employee that cashes a third party check, conducts a money […]

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FinCEN Advisory on Unemployment Insurance Fraud During COVID-19 for MSBs

FinCEN Advisory on Unemployment Insurance Fraud During COVID-19 for MSBs

Posted on: November 5th, 2020

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has released an advisory concerning Unemployment Insurance (UI) fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Money Services Businesses (MSBs) must be aware of different types of potential fraud, red flags to look for and how to file a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) accordingly.   FRAUD During the COVID-19 pandemic, UI claims […]

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