Is United States on the FATF grey list or black list?

United States is not on the FATF grey list or black list as of 2026-02. It is considered FATF-compliant.

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United States

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Compliant

The United States is FATF-compliant with a comprehensive AML/CFT framework. VASPs must register with FinCEN as Money Services Businesses (MSBs) and obtain state-by-state licenses (e.g., BitLicense in NY). OFAC SDN screening is mandatory.

Crypto / VASP Impact

low risk

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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.