Saint Barthélemy is an overseas collectivity 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.

Saint Barthélemy, as an overseas collectivity of France, is subject to French anti-corruption laws aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in public life. The "Loi Sapin II" and the establishment of the Agence Française Anticorruption (AFA) have introduced measures to combat corruption, including the creation of an anti-corruption agency and requirements for lobbyists to register. Despite these efforts, challenges remain, particularly in enforcing foreign bribery laws and addressing the influence of political connections in public procurement.

Saint Barthélemy's economy is predominantly fueled by tourism and luxury duty-free commerce, positioning it as a high-income territory in the French Caribbean. With a nominal GDP of 367 million euros in 2014 and a per capita GDP of 38,994 euros, the island attracts around 200,000 visitors annually, significantly enhancing its local economy and real estate market.

The investment climate in Saint Barthélemy is favorable, bolstered by its status as a duty-free port and a luxury tourism destination that attracts international investments. The local government supports the growth of the tourism and real estate sectors through established regulations and a degree of autonomy, making the island an appealing location for high-end real estate investments.