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Action required Federal Reserve Aug 26, 2026

Compliance Guidance on Credit Risks of Lending to Non-Authorized Individuals

The Federal Reserve issued guidance outlining credit risk considerations for lending to individuals not authorized to work in the U. S.

The Federal Reserve issued guidance outlining credit risk considerations for lending to individuals not authorized to work in the U.S. The guidance emphasizes careful underwriting and concentrations.

What changed

Provision of detailed considerations for credit risk practices involving unauthorized individuals.

Compliance perspective

Lending institutions must adjust their risk assessment criteria in compliance with this new guiding framework.

Key date

Effective date: August 20, 2026.

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