Guadeloupe is an overseas region and department of France. Information for France may be included below:

FATF Status

France is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies

Compliance with FATF Recommendations

The latest follow-up Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in France was undertaken in 2022. According to that Evaluation, France was deemed Compliant for 19 and Largely Compliant for 18 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It was rated Highly Effective for 3 and Substantially Effective for 6 of the Effectiveness & Technical Compliance ratings.

Guadeloupe, as an overseas region of France, is subject to French laws aimed at combating corruption, including the "Loi Sapin II," which established a new anti-corruption agency and mandated transparency in public life. Despite these efforts, concerns remain regarding the effectiveness of enforcement, particularly in cases involving foreign bribery, as France has seen limited convictions and ongoing challenges in prosecuting such offenses. The country ranks 20th on Transparency International's 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index, indicating that while the legal framework exists, the practical implementation and political will to address corruption are still in question.

Guadeloupe's economy is primarily driven by tourism, agriculture, light industry, and services, heavily relying on subsidies and imports from mainland France. In 2017, the GDP was €9.079 billion with a growth rate of 3.4%, while unemployment, especially among youth, remains a significant challenge.

Guadeloupe's investment climate benefits from its status as an overseas department of France, which offers a stable legal framework and access to European Union markets. However, high unemployment rates and a reliance on external subsidies present challenges that may deter some investors. The local government is actively promoting sectors such as tourism and renewable energy to diversify the economy, although potential investors face bureaucratic hurdles and the region's susceptibility to natural disasters.