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Action required OCC Sep 20, 2026

OCC Expanded Examination Cycle Eligibility

OCC published Bulletin 2026-45 on September 10, 2026, detailing an interim final rule that expands examination cycle eligibility for certain institutions.

OCC published Bulletin 2026-45 on September 10, 2026, detailing an interim final rule that expands examination cycle eligibility for certain institutions.

What changed

Eligibility criteria for longer examination cycles have been updated.

Compliance perspective

Financial institutions should assess eligibility for extended examination cycles under this new rule.

Key date

Effective date: September 10, 2026.

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