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Dominica’s Financial Intelligence Unit: Shielding the Caribbean Island from Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing

In the heart of the Caribbean, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Dominica is unyielding in its efforts to combat financial crimes, including money laundering, associated predicate offenses, and terrorist financing.

Establishment and Evolution

  • Established on July 23, 2001, under Section 12 of the Money Laundering (Prevention) Act No. 20 of 2000
  • Assumed responsibilities based on the Money Laundering (Prevention) Act No. 8 of 2011, which strengthened its mandate and powers

Mandate and Responsibilities

Under the Financial Intelligence Unit Act No. 7 of 2011, the FIU’s remit includes:

  • Receiving, requesting, analyzing, and investigating all reports of suspected proceeds of crime and suspicious transactions related to money laundering,predicate offenses, and the financing of terrorism
  • Assuming investigative responsibilities to prevent and suppress terrorism under Section 20 of the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism Act No. 3 of 2003

International Collaboration and Best Practices

  • Joined the Egmont Group in July 2003, an international standard-setting body for Financial Intelligence Units
  • Maintains continuous improvement and collaboration with other members in global efforts against financial crimes

Contact Information

For more information or to submit suspicious activity reports, contact the FIU at:

Financial Intelligence Unit
Corner of Turkey Lane & Independence Street
Roseau, Dominica

Tel: (767) 266 3349
Fax: (767) 440 0373
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Website: http://fiu.gov.dm

First Line of Defense

The FIU serves as the first line of defense for Dominica in its mission to protect its financial system from illicit activities and promote a transparent and compliant financial sector.