AUSTRAC
Australia's primary AML/CTF regulator and financial intelligence unit.
Regulators
AML Regulators. Who Oversees Compliance
Australia's AML regulators explained. Learn about AUSTRAC and the agencies that work together to fight financial crime.
Australia's AML regulatory landscape
AUSTRAC is Australia's primary AML/CTF regulator and specialist financial intelligence unit. It works with a range of partner agencies to detect, deter and disrupt money laundering and terrorism financing.
The Serious Organised Crime Coordination Committee supports prioritisation and coordination of operational activities nationally and internationally.
Key AML agencies
AFP
Australian Federal Police — investigates money laundering offences.
ACIC
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission — organised crime intelligence.
APRA & ASIC
Prudential and securities regulators with AML oversight roles.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Australia's AML regulator?
AUSTRAC (Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre) is Australia's primary AML/CTF regulator and specialist financial intelligence unit.
What other agencies are involved?
AUSTRAC works with AFP, ACIC, ATO, APRA, ASIC, and state police forces. The Fintel Alliance brings together public and private sector experts.
What is Fintel Alliance?
Fintel Alliance is an AUSTRAC initiative established in 2017 — a world-first public-private partnership bringing together financial institutions, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies.
Related resources
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