Australian Remittance Industry News & Analysis
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Australia's Biggest AML/CTF Overhaul in 18 Years Is Now Live — Here's What Changed on March 31
The AML/CTF Amendment Act 2024 and new Rules took effect 31 March 2026. Here's what changed for remittance operators and what to do now.
The Travel Rule Hits Australian Remittance: What Data You Now Must Collect and Pass On
Australia's travel rule is now live. Remittance operators must share originator and beneficiary data with counterparty institutions for every transfer.
Compliance Officer Deadline: You Must Notify AUSTRAC of Your AML/CTF Compliance Officer by May 30, 2026
Every reporting entity must formally notify AUSTRAC of their AML/CTF compliance officer by 30 May 2026. Here's what you need to do before the deadline.
The 3-Year CDD Transition Window: Should You Switch to New Rules Now or Wait Until 2029?
AUSTRAC gives operators until March 2029 to transition from ACIP to new CDD rules. Here's how to decide whether to switch early or wait.
Tranche 2 Is Coming: Lawyers, Accountants, and Real Estate Agents Join the AML/CTF Regime from July 2026
From 1 July 2026, lawyers, accountants, and real estate agents join the AML/CTF regime. Here's what Tranche 2 means for remittance operators.
De-Banking Is Still Killing Remittance Businesses — Here's What the Government Is Doing (and Not Doing)
Australian banks keep closing remittance accounts. Four years after the CFR's recommendations, here's what's changed — and what hasn't.
Australia's Remittance Market Hits US$10B+ in Licensed Channels — Where the Growth Is Coming From
Australia's licensed outbound remittance market crossed US$10B in 2024, growing 28.5% YoY. Here's where the volume is flowing and what it means for operators.
AUSTRAC Sues Two Companies for Failing to File Annual Compliance Reports — Penalty Could Reach Millions
AUSTRAC filed civil penalty proceedings against two businesses for missing annual compliance reports. Maximum penalty: $31.3 million per breach.
AUSTRAC Proposes New Power to Ban High-Risk Products and Channels — Could Cash Remittance Be Targeted?
New legislation would give AUSTRAC's CEO power to ban high-risk products and channels. Crypto ATMs are first, but cash remittance operators should prepare.
Operation Taipan: How AUSTRAC Caught a $30M+ Money Laundering Ring Through Remittance Channels
AUSTRAC's Operation Taipan exposed a $62M laundering syndicate using ATMs and remittance channels. Here's what every operator can learn from the red flags missed.
AUSTRAC's "Use It or Lose It" Blitz: 900+ Inactive Remittance Registrations Under Review
AUSTRAC is targeting 900+ dormant remittance registrations to prevent criminal exploitation. Active operators should verify their details now.
AUSTRAC's Regulatory Priorities for 2025-26: Cash-Intensive Businesses and Remittance Squarely in the Crosshairs
AUSTRAC's 2025-26 priorities put cash-intensive businesses and remittance squarely in focus. Here's what operators must do as enforcement ramps up.
Tipping Off: The Reformed Offence That Can Send You to Prison — What Changed in March 2025
The tipping off offence was reformed on 31 March 2025 with a new 'prejudice' test replacing the old 'inference' test. Here's what it means for operators.
The FTR Act Is Dead: What the January 2025 Repeal Means for Online Remitters
The FTR Act was repealed on 7 January 2025. Here's what changed for online remitters, what obligations survive, and what to do now.
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