Hawala prohibited activities list
The following activities are not permitted when using Hawala services or the Hawala card. This list is not exhaustive, and Hawala may restrict or close accounts used for activity it considers high risk.
Illegal activities
Engaging in, or facilitating others in, any activity that violates any law, statute, ordinance, or regulation. This includes dealing in the proceeds of crime, money laundering, terrorist financing, tax evasion, and related offenses.
Fraud or misrepresentation
Any activity that is fraudulent or deceptive toward Hawala or other people using the service, including:
- Impersonating another person or business.
- Misrepresenting your identity, location, or eligibility.
- Making false claims about the source of funds.
- Any other deceptive or misleading practice.
Prohibited goods or services
Using Hawala to send or receive payments for goods, services, or activities that are illegal or highly risky, including:
- Narcotics and controlled substances.
- Weapons, ammunition, and related materials.
- Counterfeit or stolen merchandise.
- Human trafficking or exploitation.
Gambling and adult content
Payments related to unlawful gambling, betting, or lotteries, and payments for adult content, unless the activity is legal in both the sender's and the recipient's jurisdictions and has been explicitly authorized by Hawala.
Unlicensed financial services
Operating as an unlicensed financial intermediary, including providing money transmission or currency trading on behalf of others without the required licenses and approvals.