The Federal Security Service (FSB) has launched a preliminary investigation into Qiwi Bank for possible transfers of illegally obtained funds abroad, RBC reported. The inspection was organized at the request of the Bank of Russia.
RBC, citing sources, reported on the start of a pre-investigation check on Qiwi Bank by the FSB. The audit is carried out on the basis of a statement from the Bank of Russia, the publication notes.
The service is checking the bank for possible withdrawals of funds obtained illegally abroad, RBC sources clarified. The inspection is carried out by department “K” of the economic security service of the FSB.
Qiwi Bank License Revoked – What Should Qiwi Wallet Owners and Bank Customers Do?
At the end of January, Qiwi closed a deal to sell Russian assets for 24 billion rubles to the Hong Kong company Fusion Factor Fintech Limited.
On February 21, the Central Bank revoked Qiwi Bank’s license. The bank violated federal laws and failed to comply with the regulator’s requirements, resulting in action being taken against it five times over the past year, including restrictions on certain transactions twice.
Author:
Kirill Bilyk
Source: RB
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