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Watch OCC Sep 20, 2026

OCC Third-Party Risk Management Guidance Proposal

On September 11, 2026, OCC issued proposed guidance seeking public comment on managing third-party risk.

On September 11, 2026, OCC issued proposed guidance seeking public comment on managing third-party risk.

What changed

This guidance revises and replaces existing third-party risk management guidelines.

Compliance perspective

Financial institutions should prepare for new expectations regarding vendor and third-party risk management.

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