Anti-Money Laundering for Casinos Training

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Course Summary

Casinos move cash at a scale most businesses never see, which is exactly why they carry significant money laundering risk. This Ethena course gives gaming employees the practical knowledge to meet US anti-money laundering (AML) obligations, from the cage to the gaming floor. Built around the Bank Secrecy Act and the specific rules that apply to casinos, it covers the laws, the reporting forms, and the red flags your team needs to recognize.

More than a check-the-box requirement, this training helps your staff respond with confidence when something about a transaction looks off. Learners will build essential knowledge around:

The US AML legal landscape, including the Bank Secrecy Act and the USA PATRIOT Act
Filing Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) with FinCEN under Title 31
Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) requirements and when they apply
When the Title 26 Form 8300 cash-reporting rule applies, and how it differs from the Title 31 CTR
Sanctions compliance and OFAC screening obligations

Included Modules:

Introduction to Anti-Money Laundering

A level set on why anti-money laundering (AML) matters in the gaming industry, including real-world examples and the risks casinos face as cash-intensive businesses.

AML Basics

Explains what money laundering is, how the placement, layering, and integration stages work, and the common red flags employees should watch for on the gaming floor.

AML Legal Landscape

Outlines the US AML laws that apply to casinos, including the Bank Secrecy Act and the USA PATRIOT Act, and explains why qualifying casinos are treated as financial institutions with reporting duties to FinCEN.

Filing Currency Transaction Reports Under Title 31

Covers the Bank Secrecy Act requirement under Title 31 for a casino to file a Currency Transaction Report (FinCEN Form 112) with FinCEN when it handles more than $10,000 in cash-in or cash-out for a customer in a single gaming day, plus the aggregation rules for combining multiple transactions.

SAR Requirements Explained

Breaks down when a casino must file a Suspicious Activity Report (FinCEN Form 111) for suspicious transactions aggregating $5,000 or more, the requirement to file generally within 30 days of detection, and the prohibition on tipping off the customer.

Reporting Large Currency Transactions Under Title 26

Explains the Internal Revenue Code (Title 26) Form 8300 rule for cash received in a trade or business, and clarifies that casinos already filing CTRs under Title 31 generally report those gaming transactions on the CTR rather than on Form 8300.

Sanctions Compliance and OFAC

Describes the role of the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the sanctions programs casinos must screen against, and the obligation to block or reject prohibited transactions.

Why is this training important for workplaces?

Anti-money laundering (AML) is crucial for maintaining the integrity of financial systems and preventing illegal activities. Implementing strong AML measures protects businesses from reputational damage, legal consequences, and financial losses. It ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and enhances trust among clients, investors, and stakeholders. By understanding and actively addressing money laundering risks, organizations can foster a safe and secure environment, safeguard their assets, and contribute to the overall stability of the financial ecosystem.

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