AML & Travel Rule

High-Risk Third Country

Non-EU jurisdiction with strategic AML deficiencies — triggers Enhanced Due Diligence.

Definition

High-risk third countries are non-EU jurisdictions identified by the European Commission as having strategic AML/CFT deficiencies. List published as a delegated act; updated periodically. Transactions involving these jurisdictions trigger EDD obligations for CASPs.

Regulatory citation

AMLR; Commission Delegated Regulation