How long are US banks required to retain customer account history for legal purposes?

Asked Jan 2, 2014· 1 answer ·Americas, Developed Markets, North America, United States

Faisal KhanAnswered Jan 2, 2014

5 Years at the very minimum. This is mandated by the Bank Secrecy Act Manual - Particular reference is: http://www.ffiec.gov/bsa_aml_inf...

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