The Financial Services Commission, in collaboration with the HLSCC Robert Mathavious Institute for Financial Services, invites financial services professionals to a series of three two‑day masterclasses focused on strengthening and improving the execution of regulatory obligations. These sessions will equip participants with practical insights and tools to enhance compliance across the industry. Register now and secure your spot!

Join us for the BVIACO 8th Annual Compliance Conference, themed “Effective Compliance: More Than Checking the Box.” This year’s event brings together regulators and industry professionals to explore practical, forward‑thinking approaches to building strong compliance frameworks. Register to gain insights, share ideas, and strengthen your organisation’s commitment to a proactive compliance culture. Let’s elevate compliance - beyond the checklist.Click here to regist...

Find attached the 2026 conference flyer for the ComplianceAid 11th Anti-Money Laundering & Financial Crimes Prevention Conference and the 9th AMLFC Institute Hybrid Conference.You will find the coupon code for BVIACO members at the bottom of the conference flyer.Members Discount - Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions Members of the British Virgin Islands Association of Compliance Officers enjoy a 5% discount when using the Coupon code: BVIACO2026 Conference Register Online at:Click here ...

Attention Compliance Professionals: Ignius Solutions Limited is pleased to present its Spring 2026 lineup of compliance-focused training opportunities as part of our #SpringIntoCompliance campaign. Training begins in the week of 16 May 2026, starting with a free introductory session on Sanctions Compliance. Sessions will be delivered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout April 2026, followed by Annual Compliance Training sessions in early May 2026.Take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen...

Attention to all legal professionals.Here is a vital training course on AML/CFT essentials specifically in line with BVI requirements and international standards.For this training, the code “STEPBVI” provides a discount of $120 on the $499 price for early registration (before 14 February 2026). In addition, should your firm seek to register multiple persons and wishes to pay by cheque, they can do so by contacting Ignius Solutions directly at semartinbvi@gmail.com.Check payment cut-o...

We kindly invite you to participate in a brief survey supporting the exploratory efforts of Michelle Smith and Lizzie Barahona to assess interest in establishing a Women in FinTech initiative in the British Virgin Islands.The purpose of this initiative is to strengthen professional engagement in the blockchain and Web3 space by creating opportunities for education, collaboration, mentorship, and sector-wide dialogue. Your input will help inform the potential structure, focus areas, and value thi...

Please assist one of our colleagues who is engaged in research for an MSc dissertation on the impact of digital assets on regulatory compliance, risk management, and AML enforcement in the British Virgin Islands. You are invited to complete a brief, anonymous survey by 19 December 2025.Please see the attached Participant Information Sheet, along with the survey Link: https://form.jotform.com/253423677592870.Thank you for your assistance.

Please note that the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/No. 1157) have amended 35 UK sanctions regulations containing financial sanctions measures. As a result of these amendments, holders of funds or economic resources controlled, held, or owned by a designated person are subject to new mandatory reporting requirements.

It's been a long year. Let's unwind together and celebrate the season.We look forward to sharing an enjoyable evening with you. See you there!Register HERE.