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Specialist services

AML/CFT compliance that stands up to inspection

Risk assessments, policies, goAML registration, KYC procedures and training for businesses with anti-money laundering obligations.

goAMLUAE FIU reporting platform
DNFBPsBusinesses with AML duties
KYCCustomer due diligence
UAE rules explained

Who must comply, and what is required

Designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs) must have AML/CFT controls in place.

Who must comply

Real estate brokers and agentsIncluding purchases paid in cash or virtual assets.
Dealers in precious metals and stonesGold, jewellery and gemstone traders.
Corporate service providersCompany formation and trust service providers.
Accountants, auditors and lawyersWhen carrying out certain transactions for clients.

Key obligations

goAML
RegistrationMandatory with the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit.
AED 55k
Cash reportingCash transactions at or above this amount, for relevant sectors.
Immediate
Sanctions screeningScreen against UAE and UN lists and freeze matches.
5 yrs
Record keepingDue diligence and transaction records kept for inspection.

General guidance as of November 2026. Requirements vary by sector and supervisor.

What we offer

AML/CFT services

Everything you need to be compliant and inspection-ready.

01

Business Risk Assessment

Understand and document your risks.

  • Customer, product and geography risk
  • Risk scoring
  • Documented assessment
02

AML Policies & Procedures

Policies written for your business.

  • AML/CFT policy manual
  • Escalation procedures
  • Record-keeping rules
03

goAML Registration

Get set up on the reporting platform.

  • Registration support
  • User setup
  • Reporting guidance
04

KYC & Customer Due Diligence

Know who you're dealing with.

  • Onboarding forms
  • Enhanced due diligence
  • Sanctions screening process
05

Staff Training

Make sure your team knows what to do.

  • Role-based training
  • Red-flag awareness
  • Training records
06

Compliance Reviews

Stay ready for inspections.

  • Periodic health checks
  • Mock inspections
  • Remediation plans
Why it matters

The cost of getting it wrong

These are the problems we most often fix for new clients. Getting it right from the start costs far less.

Heavy fines

Supervisors can impose significant penalties for missing AML controls.

Failed inspections

Inspectors expect documented, up-to-date risk assessments and policies.

Reputational damage

Being linked to financial crime can permanently harm your business.

Deliverables

What you receive

Clear outputs for every engagement, so you always know what has been done.

  • Documented business risk assessment
  • AML/CFT policy and procedures manual
  • goAML registration
  • KYC forms and screening process
  • Staff training with records
  • Inspection readiness report
Talk to an expert

Speak to a UAE tax and accounting specialist today

Call or WhatsApp us now. Tell us about your business and we'll explain exactly what you need, with a clear fixed fee.

  • Free, no-obligation first conversation
  • Fixed fees agreed upfront
  • Dedicated team for your business
Call or WhatsApp+971 50 512 4558
Office hoursMon–Fri, 9:00–18:00
Emailhello@assist-hub.ae