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Action required FinCEN Oct 4, 2026

FinCEN Geographic Targeting Order

FinCEN issued a Geographic Targeting Order requiring MSBs along the Southwest Border to enhance recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

FinCEN issued a Geographic Targeting Order requiring MSBs along the Southwest Border to enhance recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

What changed

New obligations were imposed on specific MSBs regarding reporting and recordkeeping.

Compliance perspective

MSBs must comply with these enhanced requirements to avoid regulatory scrutiny.

Key date

Effective date: September 8, 2026.

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