### Question
What is the definition of foreign financial institution?


### Answer
The definition of **foreign financial institution** is as follows in *22 U.S.C. § 9221a*:

> given that term in section 1010.605 of title 31, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on August 2, 2017.

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 9221a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 99-NORTH KOREA SANCTIONS AND POLICY ENHANCEMENT > SUBCHAPTER II-SANCTIONS AGAINST NORTH KOREAN PROLIFERATION, HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES, AND ILLICIT ACTIVITIES**

