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Action required FinCEN Sep 4, 2026

FinCEN Geographic Targeting Order for MSBs

FinCEN reissued a Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) imposing enhanced reporting requirements on MSBs in designated areas along the U. S.

FinCEN reissued a Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) imposing enhanced reporting requirements on MSBs in designated areas along the U.S. southwest border.

What changed

The order requires Currency Transaction Reports for cash transactions between $1,000 and $10,000 within specific ZIP codes.

Compliance perspective

Covered MSBs must implement additional reporting protocols to comply with the GTO.

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