Remittance controls in the United States will become stricter

Trump administration tightens oversight of international transfers
Increased monitoring of money transfers
New regulations and heightened financial surveillance expected

Sending money abroad is a common practice among millions of families in the United States.

However, a new alert from the U.S. Department of the Treasury changes the landscape.

The measure establishes stricter oversight of certain international transfers, which could affect how remittances are processed.

Remittance Control: New Priority for the Treasury Department

Remittance oversight has become a priority following an alert issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).

The notice requires money services businesses to report suspicious transactions starting at $2,000 when there are indicators of illegal activity.

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— UHN Plus (@UHN_Plus) November 28, 2025

The measure seeks to prevent illicit funds from entering or leaving the country and is part of a broader Treasury effort to strengthen financial security.

The United States records a high volume of international transfers each year, including remittances sent by residents.

FinCEN warned that these actions align with Executive Order 14159, aimed at strengthening oversight mechanisms.

Remittance Surveillance and Changes to Sending Money From the U.S.

Increased remittance surveillance means companies must more closely analyze money transfers from the United States, especially when red flags are detected.

This may result in additional information requests, stricter identity verification, or delays in certain transactions.

In addition, the Treasury announced it will propose regulations to prevent undocumented immigrants from receiving refundable portions of certain tax credits.

Concerns intensified following reports pointing to potential fraud schemes linked to international transfers.

How Does Remittance Control Affect People?

For Hispanics who send money legally, remittance controls do not change basic requirements but do increase oversight. Companies may apply stricter processes to comply with the new guidelines.

Among undocumented immigrants, the measure may generate concern over which transactions could be reported. Some may change how they send money out of fear of investigations, even if their transfers pose low risk.

The main impact is uncertainty and the need for clearer guidance on procedures.

What Officials Are Saying

President Trump is right: if you’re here illegally, there is no place for you in our financial system,” wrote Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on X in defense of the measure.

“Illegal aliens who use our financial institutions to move illicitly obtained funds are exploiting the system, and that will end. https://t.co/mIy7fFWWNw.

— Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (@SecScottBessent) November 28, 2025

What’s Next

The Treasury will continue strengthening financial oversight and moving forward with the announced changes.

FinCEN will keep evaluating behavioral patterns and collaborating with state agencies.

In the coming months, additional adjustments are expected, focused on greater transparency and tighter control of money transfers from the United States under the new remittance controls.