Could your business be targeted?

Money launderers tend to target and take advantage of businesses who accept large sums of cash. You might not be aware that your business is involved in criminal activity but will face sanctions if it is.

Learn how to recognize signs of being targeted and how to protect your business.

What makes you a high value dealer?


If you:

  • are a Jersey business trading in goods
  • accept cash payments that exceed £12,500 (including coins, notes, and traveller’s cheques)
  • accept payments by virtual currency

you are a high value dealer.


Examples of businesses that could be a target


Common examples of goods sold by high value dealers:

  • jewellery
  • art and antiques
  • precious metals 
  • cars and yachts 
  • agricultural goods

Examples of high value dealers:

  • retailers selling high-end electronics like tablets and smartphones
  • businesses selling alcohol and tobacco
  • wholesale/cash and carry businesses
  • businesses that supply tools and equipment to tradespersons, such as plumbers and electricians

If your business falls under one of the above categories, then you should register as a Schedule 2 business.