Financial Intelligence Unit (PFIU)
About the PFIU
The Puntland Financial Intelligence Unit (PFIU) is an independent government body committed to protecting the state’s financial system from threats such as money laundering, terrorism financing, and organized financial crimes. Operating under the oversight of the State Bank of Puntland, the PFIU is aligned with international Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) standards, ensuring compliance with global frameworks while advancing financial integrity in Puntland.
📌 Mandate
- Collect and analyze financial intelligence
- Monitor and enforce AML/CFT compliance
- Support law enforcement and prosecution
- Promote transparency and integrity in financial systems
🤝 Strategic Partners
Domestic Partners
- Criminal Investigations Division (CID)
- Intelligence Services
- Attorney General’s Office
- State Bank of Puntland
- Ministry of Finance
- Financial Institutions
Our Mission
To safeguard Puntland’s financial system by detecting and disrupting illicit financial activities, promoting a culture of compliance, and strengthening national and international cooperation.
What We Do
• Identify and investigate suspicious financial transactions
• Enforce AML/CFT regulations across the financial sector
• Partner with local authorities and stakeholders to effectively combat financial crime
• Provide training and resources to build institutional capacity
• Ensure transparency and resilience in Puntland’s financial landscape
Our Values
• Integrity – We operate with professionalism, objectivity, and transparency
• Security – We safeguard sensitive information and digital infrastructure
• Collaboration – We work closely with partners to achieve collective goals
• Excellence – We strive for the highest standards in intelligence, technology, and governance.
Our Core Functions
• Financial Intelligence: Analyze transactions and detect suspicious patterns
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure financial institutions adhere to AML/CFT laws
• Legal Support & Enforcement: Collaborate with prosecutors to recover criminal assets
• Cybersecurity & Tech: Deploy secure platforms and forensic tools
