TransferGo hit with €310,000 fine from Bank of Lithuania for AML failings

Electronic money institution UAB TransferGo Lithuania has been fined €310,000 by the Bank of Lithuania for violating anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing laws.

Facts

  • UAB TransferGo Lithuania fined €310,000 by Bank of Lithuania for breaching anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations.
  • Bank of Lithuania identified deficiencies in TransferGo’s money laundering and terrorist financing risk management.
  • Procedures of customer identification and verification were inconsistent, leading to inadequate information collection.
  • Due diligence measures for high-risk customers were found to be insufficient.
  • No designated board member or senior employee for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures.
  • TransferGo instructed to address all violations and deficiencies by 1 December 2023.
  • TransferGo has submitted a plan to remedy identified issues; some deficiencies have already been resolved.
  • TransferGo emphasizes commitment to enhancing AML processes in cooperation with global regulators.
  • Bank of Lithuania previously revoked EMI license of UAB PayrNet for similar violations last month.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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