Syrian Regime Officials
The United States is committed to increasing pressure on and isolating the Asad regime and its supporters until it finally recognizes that the best resolution to this conflict is a negotiated political transition according to the terms of the Geneva Communique.
Read MoreSanctions Actions Targeting Syrian Official Responsible for Human Rights Abuses
The United States is committed to increasing pressure on and isolating the Asad regime and its supporters until it finally recognizes that the best resolution to this conflict is a negotiated political solution that meets the aspirations of the Syrian people.
Read MoreNovember 2014 Newsletter – Assessing Risk in Business Relationships
Regulated entities should assess the risk of doing business both prior to and throughout the duration of every business relationship. Assessing risk should not be a ‘one-size fit all’ operation but each regulated entity should incorporate most of the following factors when assessing risk to their…
Read MoreOFAC guidance -Sanctions against Iran posted: November 26, 2014
On November 24, 2013, the United States and its partners in the P5 + 1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, coordinated by the European Union’s High Representative) reached an initial understanding with Iran, outlined in a Joint Plan of Action (JPOA), that…
Read MorePolicy note re: APOSTILLES documents for filing
Kindly note that effective January 01, 2015, the following policy will be applicable to all concerned re: APOSTILLES documents for filing.
Read MoreOctober 2014 Newsletter – Good Auditing Principles and Characteristics
In accordance with section 35 of the Financial Services Regulatory Commission Act 2009, (FSRC Act), all regulated entities are obligated to annually appoint an auditor with an accreditation of Chartered Public Accountant or Association of Certified Chartered Accountant, satisfactory to the Commissio…
Read MoreRevocation Advisory for Leroy V. Matthew
The Nevis Financial Services Regulation and Supervision Department hereby advises that the licence for Leroy V. Matthew to act as a Registered Agent has been revoked.
Read MoreSeptember 2014 Newsletter – High Risk Factors in AML/CFT
Regulated businesses are to develop and implement monitoring processes for detecting and reporting suspicious activities with emphasis on high-risk countries. Policies and procedures should focus on combating money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism which would provide the foundation…
Read MoreRevocation Advisory for Administrative Trust Services Limited
The Nevis Financial Services Regulation and Supervision Department hereby advises that the licence of Administrative Trust Services Limited to act as a Registered Agent has been revoked.
Read MoreRussian Federation Sanctions
Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine, purported annexation of Crimea, and ongoing violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity breach its core obligations under international law and threaten international peace and stability.
Read MoreAugust 2014 Newsletter – Confidentiality
The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis ensures that a high level of confidentiality is maintained within its Financial Services Sector through the enactment of various legislation, namely the Confidential Relationships Act, Cap 21.02, the Banking Act Cap 21.01, the Nevis Offshore Banking Ordinance Cap…
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