MCQ Detailed View

Pakistan was placed on the FATF Grey List for the first time in 2012 and remained on the list for 3 years until 2015.

What is the FATF Grey List?

• The Grey List includes countries that are considered jurisdictions under increased monitoring.


• It highlights nations that need to strengthen measures against money laundering and terror financing.


• Countries on this list face financial restrictions and global scrutiny.

Pakistan’s Grey List History:

• First Time: 2012 to 2015 (3 years)


• Second Time: 2018 to 2022 (4 years)


• Pakistan was removed from the Grey List in October 2022 after completing all FATF action plans.

Key Facts:

• Organization: Financial Action Task Force (FATF)


• Impact: Global financial scrutiny and economic pressure


• Significance: Pakistan had to improve anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks

Therefore, the correct answer is that Pakistan was on the FATF Grey List for 3 years (2012–2015) the first time.