RRBs Must Update Terrorist Lists Under UNSCR 1267/1822
Current · Source: Reserve Bank of India · RBI/2010-11/174 · issued 17 Aug 2010 · ~2 min read
Quick answerRBI directs all RRBs to update the consolidated list of terrorist individuals/entities linked to Al-Qaida and Taliban under UNSCR 1267 and 1822. Before opening new accounts, verify names against the list; also scan existing accounts for matches and follow UAPA Order procedures for freezing assets.
Sanctions-list safety note. This circular refers to a specific UN Security Council / UAPA designated-entities list update as it stood on the date above — sanctions lists change often, and a newer update almost certainly exists today. Never use this page, or any single dated circular, as your current screening list. Always screen against the live, current list at the official UAPA proscribed-organisations list and the UN Consolidated List, and confirm the obligations for your bank on the official rbi.org.in source below.
The rule, in the simplest words
RRBs (Regional Rural Banks) must get the newest list of bad people and groups linked to Al-Qaida and Taliban from the UN website.
Before opening a new account, check the customer's name against this list to make sure they are not on it.
Look at all existing accounts to see if any belong to or are connected to people or groups on the list.
If you find a match, freeze their money and assets following the rules in the UAPA Order (a government rule from August 27, 2009).
The Compliance Officer must tell the RBI (Reserve Bank of India) office that they got this update.
How it plays out — a real example
A payments & clearing officer in a rural bank in Bihar gets the updated UN list. She checks every new customer's name against it before approving a gold loan, and also runs a scan on all existing loan accounts to ensure no one on the list is hiding there.
What changed
RBI issued a circular on August 17, 2010, forwarding a UN Security Council 1267 Committee note dated July 19, 2010, with changes to the consolidated list of individuals/entities linked to Al-Qaida and Taliban. This updates the earlier circular of August 3, 2010, and requires RRBs to incorporate the revised list into their screening processes.
What it means for you
RRBs must immediately update their internal AML/KYC systems with the latest UN consolidated list to prevent any account being held by or linked to designated terrorists. Non-compliance could lead to regulatory action, as the UAPA Order of August 27, 2009, mandates strict adherence. This reinforces the need for robust customer screening and ongoing monitoring.
What you must do
Update the consolidated list of terrorist individuals/entities as per the UN 1267 Committee's July 19, 2010 note, available on the UN website.
Before opening any new account, verify the proposed customer's name against the updated list.
Scan all existing accounts to ensure none are held by or linked to listed individuals/entities.
Follow the procedure laid down in the UAPA Order dated August 27, 2009, for freezing funds, financial assets, or economic resources of designated entities.
Ensure the Compliance Officer/Principal Officer acknowledges receipt of this circular to the respective RBI Regional Office.
Who it affects
All Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Compliance Officers and Principal Officers of RRBs, AML/KYC teams at RRBs
❓ Common questions
What is the source of the updated list of terrorist individuals/entities?
The list is the Consolidated List of Individuals and entities linked to Al-Qaida and Taliban, maintained by the UN Security Council's 1267 Committee. The changes were communicated via a note dated July 19, 2010, forwarded by the Government of India (Ministry of External Affairs).
What actions must RRBs take for existing accounts?
RRBs must scan all existing accounts to ensure no account is held by or linked to any entity or individual on the updated list. If a match is found, they must follow the freezing procedures detailed in paragraph 6 of the RBI circular dated November 5, 2009, as per the UAPA Order.
Where can the complete consolidated list be accessed?
The complete details of the consolidated list are available on the UN website at http://www.un.org/sc/committees/1267/consolist.shtml.
📜 Read the original circular — full text as issued by RBI
RBI/2010-11/174
RPCD.CORRB.AML.No.2113/03.05.28(A)/2010-11
August 17,2010
The Chairmen
All Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
Dear Sir,
List of Terrorist Individuals/Organisations-under UNSCR 1267(1999) and 1822(2008) on Taliban/Al-Qaida Organisation
Please refer to our circular letter RPCD.CO.RRB.AML.No.1473/03.05.28(A)/2010-11 dated August 3 , 2010.We have since received from Government of India (Ministry of External Affairs) copy of note dated July 19, 2010 (copy enclosed) forwarded by the Chairman of UN Security Council's 1267 Committee regarding changes made in the Consolidated List of Individuals and entities linked to Al-Qaida and Taliban.
2. RRBs are required to update the consolidated list of individuals/entities as circulated by Reserve Bank and before opening any new account, it should be ensured that the name of the proposed customer does not appear in the list. Further, RRBs should scan all existing accounts to ensure that no account is held by or linked to any of the entities or individuals included in the list.
3. RRBs are advised to strictly follow the procedure laid down in the UAPA Order dated August 27, 2009 enclosed to our circular RPCD.CO.RRB.No.39/03.05.33(E)/2009-10 dated November 05, 2009 and ensure meticulous compliance to the Order issued by the Government.
4. As far as freezing of funds, financial assets or economic resources or related services held in the form of bank accounts of the designated individuals/entities are concerned, action should be taken as detailed in paragraph 6 of the circular dated November 05, 2009, mentioned above.
5. The complete details of the said consolidated list are available on the UN website:
http://www.un.org/sc/committees/1267/consolist.shtml
6. Compliance Officer/Principal Officer should acknowledge receipt of this letter to our Regional Office concerned.
Yours faithfully
(R.K.Moolchandani)
Deputy General Manager
Encls: As above
Reproduced for reference with acknowledgment — Source: Reserve Bank of India · RBI/2010-11/174 · issued 17 Aug 2010. The plain-English explanation above is BankPulse’s own independent summary.
Example: if you are a Compliance officer at a bank this circular applies to (All Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Compliance Officers and Principal Officers of RRBs, AML/KYC teams at RRBs), your first concrete step on “RRBs Must Update Terrorist Lists Under UNSCR 1267/1822” is: “Update the consolidated list of terrorist individuals/entities as per the UN 1267 Committee's July 19, 2010 note, available on the UN website.” (RBI issued this 17 Aug 2010).
Circular: RBI/2010-11/174 -- RRBs Must Update Terrorist Lists Under UNSCR 1267/1822
Issued: 17 Aug 2010
Action required: Update the consolidated list of terrorist individuals/entities as per the UN 1267 Committee's July 19, 2010 note, available on the UN website.
Action required: Before opening any new account, verify the proposed customer's name against the updated list.
Action required: Scan all existing accounts to ensure none are held by or linked to listed individuals/entities.
Action required: Follow the procedure laid down in the UAPA Order dated August 27, 2009, for freezing funds, financial assets, or economic resources of designated entities.
Action required: Ensure the Compliance Officer/Principal Officer acknowledges receipt of this circular to the respective RBI Regional Office.
Owner: ____________ Target date: ____________
Board/committee approval needed? Y / N
Evidence filed in compliance register on: ____________
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