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The document provides detailed guidance on completing a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) for financial institutions. It outlines necessary fields such as reference numbers, disclosure types, subject information, account details, transaction specifics, and reasons for suspicion. The instructions emphasize the importance of providing clear and thorough explanations for suspicions to ensure acceptance by the UK Financial Intelligence Unit.

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Begin by entering your reference number in the 'Your Ref' field, which helps you track the SAR within your filing system.
Indicate the 'Sheet Number' to specify how many pages are used for this SAR.
Select the appropriate 'Disclosure type' from options like Crime, Drugs, or Terrorism to categorize your report.
Fill in the 'Disclosure date' as either New or Update based on whether this is a new report or an update to an existing one.
If applicable, provide any existing disclosure ID related to previous reports in the designated field.
Complete all relevant fields regarding the main subject, including their name, date of birth, and address details.
In the 'Reason for disclosure' section, clearly articulate your grounds for suspicion; this is crucial for acceptance of your SAR.

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Who needs to file a SAR report?

The following financial institutions are required to file a FinCEN SAR: Banks (31 CFR 1020.320) including Bank and Financial Holding Companies (12 CFR 225.4); Casinos and Card Clubs (31 CFR 1021.320); Money Services Businesses (31 CFR 1022.320); Brokers or Dealers in Securities (31 CFR 1023.320); Mutual Funds

Who is required to file a SAR?

When do I submit a SAR? As soon as you know or suspect that a person is engaged in money laundering or dealing in criminal property, you must submit a SAR.

What triggers a SARs report?

You have 30 calendar days to file a SAR after becoming aware of any suspicious transaction that is required to be reported. 1. Record relevant information on a Suspicious Activity Report by MSB (SAR-MSB) form available at .msb.gov or by calling the IRS Forms Distribution Center: 1-800-829-3676.