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FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE UNIT
CURAÇAO
REGISTRATION
The FIU registration page provides the necessary information for registering with both the Supervision Department and the Analysis Department of the FIU. It includes access to the relevant registration forms for the Supervision Department and instructions on how to initiate the goAML registration process with the Analysis Department.
REPORTING
The FIU Curaçao reporting page provides essential information on how to submit unusual transaction reports in compliance with local regulations. It offers detailed guidelines, tools, and resources to ensure accurate and timely reporting. By following these steps, individuals and entities can fulfill their legal obligations while contributing to the fight against financial crime.
REGISTRATION
The FIU Curaçao registration page provides all the necessary information for registering with the Financial Intelligence Unit Curaçao. It guides individuals and entities through the process of compliance with local regulations, offering resources, instructions, and requirements for successful registration. Stay informed and meet your legal obligations efficiently.
REPORTING
The FIU Curaçao reporting page provides essential information on how to submit unusual transaction reports in compliance with local regulations. It offers detailed guidelines, tools, and resources to ensure accurate and timely reporting. By following these steps, individuals and entities can fulfill their legal obligations while contributing to the fight against financial crime.
About FIU
FIU Curaçao, formerly known as MOT (Meldpunt Ongebruikelijke Transacties), was established in 1997 as part of Curaçao’s early efforts to combat money laundering and related financial crimes. Initially referred to internationally as the Unusual Transactions Reporting Center, the FIU was also known locally as Sentro pa Reportá Transakshonnan No Usual (Papiamentu). In line with evolving international standards and updates to Curaçao’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing Terrorism (CFT) and Counter Financing Proliferation (CFP) legislation, the organization officially adopted the name FIU Curaçao — known in Dutch as Financiële Inlichtingen Eenheid.
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FAQ
General Information
What is the role of FIU Curaçao?
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Curaçao is the national authority responsible for receiving, analyzing, and disseminating reports of unusual transactions (UTRs) to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and related crimes. FIU Curaçao is an administrative FIU.
The Supervision Department of the FIU is responsible for overseeing designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs), ensuring they comply with AML/CFT/CFP (Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism Counter Financing of Proliferation) regulations through desk- and onsite reviews.
Who does FIU Curaçao work with?
FIU Curaçao has a network of cooperation with the private sector, supervisory authorities, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors. On international level, FIU Curaçao works closely with the FIUs in the Dutch Kingdom and other international FIUs.
Supervision
What is the role of the Supervision Department at FIU Curaçao?
The Supervision Department at FIU Curaçao is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with AML/CFT/CFP (Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism Counter Financing of Proliferation) among Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs). Its tasks include:
- Conducting (partial) investigations based on a risk-based approach and taking enforcement actions where necessary.
- Providing information sessions and presentations to stakeholders.
- Identifying and capturing signals from the DNFBP sectors.
- Acting as a knowledge and advisory point for stakeholders.
- Drafting guidelines for stakeholders to ensure compliance.
- Maintaining registrations of DNFBPs.
- Building expertise and knowledge about DNFBPs and their activities.
- Collaborating with key partners such as other Supervisory Authorities, the Chamber of Commerce, the Public Prosecutor’s Office, and others.
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Who is required to report unusual transactions to FIU Curaçao?
All entities and professionals falling under the National Ordinance on the Reporting of Unusual Transactions (NORUT) are required to report. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Financial institutions (banks, insurers, money transfer companies, investment firms)
- Designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs). These are: real estate, car dealers, dealers in building materials, dealers in precious metals and stones (jewelers), notaries, lawyers, accountants, tax and legal advisors and administrative offices.
- Gaming entities, such as casinos.