Is Lebanon on the FATF grey list or black list?

Lebanon is on the FATF Grey List (Increased Monitoring) as of 2026-02. Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) is generally required for transactions with Lebanon-based entities. Listed since 2023-10.

What are the main AML/CFT issues in Lebanon?

Financial system collapse severely weakened AML supervision Concerns over Hezbollah-related fund flows (US/EU designated) Suspended Banque du Liban oversight capacity

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Lebanon

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Increased Monitoring (Grey List)

Listed since 2023-10

Lebanon was placed on the FATF grey list in October 2023 following the collapse of its banking system and the inability to effectively monitor terrorist financing flows linked to Hezbollah.

Key AML/CFT Issues

·Financial system collapse severely weakened AML supervision
·Concerns over Hezbollah-related fund flows (US/EU designated)
·Suspended Banque du Liban oversight capacity

Crypto / VASP Impact

high risk

Apply EDD + CFT-focused monitoring. Cross-reference OFAC/EU sanctions for all Lebanese counterparties.

Official Source

https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/High-risk-and-other-monitored-jurisdictions/Increased-monitoring-february-2026.html

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Data as of FATF plenary 2026-02. For enforcement decisions, always verify against the latest official FATF publication. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.