Anguilla Country Summary
Medium Risk
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Lower Concern
FATF AML Deficient List
Lower Concern
Terrorism
Medium Concern
Corruption
Lower Concern
US State ML Assessment
Lower Concern
Criminal Markets (GI Index)
Medium Concern
EU Tax Blacklist
Higher Concern
Offshore Finance Center
Higher Concern
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Anti Money Laundering
FATF Status
Anguilla is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies
Compliance with FATF Recommendations
The last Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in Anguilla was undertaken in 2024. According to that Evaluation, Anguilla was deemed Compliant for 16 and Largely Compliant for 17 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It was deemed Highly Effective for 0 and Substantially Effective for 0 of the Effectiveness ratings.
Sanctions
There are currently no international sanctions in force against Anguilla.
Criminality
Rating |
0 (bad) - 100 (good) |
|---|---|
| Transparency International Corruption Index | NA |
| World Bank: Control of Corruption Percentile Rank | 89 |
Anguilla exhibits a relatively low level of crime and corruption, contributing to a stable environment for residents and visitors alike. The resilience to crime is bolstered by effective governance and community engagement, fostering a sense of safety and trust within the society.
Economy
Anguilla's economy is heavily reliant on tourism, offshore financial services, and fishing, with these sectors contributing significantly to its revenue. Despite facing setbacks from natural disasters and the COVID-19 pandemic, the island is currently in a recovery phase, particularly in tourism, while also leveraging its appeal as a tax haven to attract foreign businesses. The investment climate is strengthened by its status as a British Overseas Territory, providing a stable legal framework, and the government is actively pursuing diversification into renewable energy and technology sectors to enhance economic resilience.
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