FinCEN.gov gets a refresh: faster paths to BOI and BSA resources

FinCEN recently reorganized its website to make key pages easier to find, including beneficial ownership information (BOI) resources, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) e-filing and other program updates.

What was updated on the FinCEN site?

FinCEN, short for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), redesigned its homepage and menus so you can reach high-value content with fewer clicks. The update highlights upfront access to:

• Electronic Filing System for Bank Secrecy Act forms
• Money services businesses
• Beneficial ownership information reporting
• Prominent links to FinCEN news, publications and actions
• A section titled “I need information on…”

Expect some potential navigation shifts if you’ve bookmarked older paths on FinCEN.gov.

Impact of FinCEN.gov’s refresh on tax professionals

Many firms guide business clients on Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) compliance, FinCEN Report 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR), and risk-related questions connected to the BSA. FinCEN’s site refresh shortens the route to:

• BOI guidance and filing via the BOI landing page and e-filing links
• BSA e-filing for forms like the FBAR
• Program updates and notices, including advisories, enforcement actions and technical bulletins

Where BOI reporting stands today

Make sure your firm guidance reflects the current BOI posture. In March 2025, the Treasury announced it would suspend enforcement of CTA BOI reporting against U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies while rule changes took effect. It also signaled a narrowed scope focused on foreign reporting companies.

FinCEN’s BOI page now reflects an interim final rule published March 26, 2025. The rule exempts entities created in the United States from BOI reporting and sets deadlines only for foreign entities that register to do business in the U.S. The page notes that some guidance is still being updated and highlights fraud warnings about BOI-related solicitations. Always verify details on FinCEN’s BOI hub before advising clients.

Pointers in light of the site’s updates

• Update firm bookmarks and scripts. Point your team to the refreshed “I need information on…” section for answers to frequently asked questions.
• Subscribe to FinCEN updates. Use the free email service to get notices on rulemaking, guidance and alerts.
• Refresh client-facing materials. Where you reference BOI, ensure language aligns with the March 2025 Treasury announcement and FinCEN’s interim rule.
• Reconfirm e-filing paths. If your team files or supports clients with the FBAR, confirm the current e-filing links from the homepage.

The bottom line on FinCEN.gov’s refresh

This is a navigation and usability upgrade, enabling easier access to information. The homepage now surfaces critical BOI, BSA and enforcement content so you can spot it sooner and keep firm guidance current.

Keep your practice moving forward

Staying current is essential if you support clients with FBARs, BSA or CTA. NATP members get timely updates, practical tools and education, plus a peer network that helps you respond with confidence