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AML/CFT Compliance Services in Dubai & the UAE

Anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CFT), and proliferation financing (PF) regulations in the UAE were updated through Federal Decree-Law No. 10 of 2025 and its executive regulations. Businesses in regulated sectors are expected to maintain risk-based controls, conduct due diligence, keep proper records, and meet reporting obligations set by the relevant supervisory authorities.

Elevate Accounting & Auditing provides practical guidance, risk assessment support, documentation assistance, policy development support, and training services for businesses looking for AML compliance services in Dubai and the wider UAE.

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AML Compliance Packages

Every organisation has different obligations, reporting requirements, and operational requirements. Our packages are designed to accommodate businesses of different sizes and sectors.

01

Essential Package

Suitable for businesses seeking foundational guidance and documentation support.

Included services

  • AML risk assessment support
  • Documentation review
  • Policy guidance
  • Record management assistance
  • Initial consultation
  • Advisory support
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03

Enterprise Package

Created for organisations with more extensive compliance requirements.

Included services

  • Everything included in the Advanced package
  • Enhanced risk assessment support
  • Comprehensive documentation reviews
  • Senior advisory support
  • Expanded training programmes
  • Priority assistance
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Practical Guidance That Matters

Our AML Services

AML obligations often extend far beyond documentation. Our team provides guidance across several important areas of AML and CFT compliance.

Our services include

01AML and CFT policy development support
02Risk assessment support
03Customer due diligence guidance
04Enhanced due diligence assistance
05Internal control reviews
06Record-keeping support
07Employee training
08Regulatory advisory support
09Compliance reviews
10Transaction monitoring guidance
11Sanctions screening support
12Reporting support and process guidance

Need additional guidance?

Our consultants are available to discuss your organisation's requirements and compliance responsibilities.

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Strengthening Your Compliance Strategy

Why AML/CFT Compliance Matters

AML compliance helps organisations strengthen internal controls, improve transparency, reduce financial crime risk, and maintain better regulatory preparedness.

Benefits include

Better risk identification
Stronger internal controls
Improved regulatory preparedness
Greater operational transparency
Better record management
Increased stakeholder confidence
Enhanced organisational awareness
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Documents Required for AML/CFT Compliance

Documentation requirements differ from one organisation to another. However, businesses are commonly asked to prepare the following information.

Corporate information

  • Trade licence
  • Memorandum of Association (MOA)
  • Articles of Association (AOA)
  • Shareholder information
  • Organisational charts

Identification records

  • Passport copies
  • Emirates ID copies
  • Visa information
  • Ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) information

Financial information

  • Financial statements
  • Transaction records
  • Customer information
  • Source-of-funds documentation

Internal records

  • Risk assessments
  • Internal policies
  • Due diligence records
  • Training records
What Businesses Need to Know

Latest Regulatory Developments

The UAE continues to strengthen its anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and proliferation financing framework as part of its broader national strategy.

Federal Decree-Law No. 10 of 2025 is now the UAE's principal AML/CFT/PF law, supported by Cabinet Resolution No. 134 of 2025, which provides the implementing regulations and reinforces a risk-based compliance framework.

Key developments

  • Greater coordination among supervisory authorities
  • Enhanced oversight mechanisms
  • Stronger reporting frameworks
  • Continued alignment with international standards
  • Greater emphasis on transparency and accountability
Sector-Specific Expertise

Special Focus: AML Compliance for Gold, Jewellery, and Real Estate Businesses

Certain sectors are subject to additional scrutiny because of the nature of their operations. Businesses operating within these sectors often require stronger due diligence procedures, more detailed record-keeping practices, and enhanced internal controls.

Areas of focus

Precious metals and jewellery businesses

  • Customer due diligence
  • Source-of-funds verification
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Record management

Real estate businesses

  • Risk assessments
  • Customer identification procedures
  • Reporting requirements
  • Internal control procedures

Designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs)

  • Policy development support
  • Employee training
  • Risk assessment procedures
  • Compliance monitoring support
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Why Businesses Choose Elevate

✔Dedicated consultants
✔Experienced professionals
✔Practical recommendations
✔Transparent communication
✔Industry-specific expertise
✔Strong understanding of UAE regulations
✔Continuous support
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Need More Clarity?

Every organisation faces a different set of responsibilities. Our consultants can help you better understand the requirements associated with your industry and business activities.

Answers You Need

Frequently Asked Questions

AML compliance refers to the policies, procedures, controls, and monitoring activities implemented to detect and prevent financial crime.
AML requirements typically apply to financial institutions, DNFBPs, real estate businesses, dealers in precious metals and stones, corporate service providers, auditors, accountants, and other regulated entities depending on their activities and supervisory authority.
An AML risk assessment helps businesses identify, evaluate, and manage potential risks associated with their activities.
Customer due diligence is the process of collecting and reviewing information about customers to better understand potential risks.
Enhanced due diligence involves additional verification measures applied in higher-risk situations.
Businesses are often asked to maintain licences, financial records, identification documents, internal policies, transaction records, and due diligence information.
AML policies should be reviewed periodically and whenever there are changes in regulations, business activities, ownership, products, customer risk, or supervisory expectations.
Training programmes help employees recognise potential risks and understand their responsibilities.
DNFBPs are designated non-financial businesses and professions subject to specific AML obligations under UAE regulations.
Elevate provides advisory support relating to risk assessments, policies, training, internal controls, documentation, and broader AML compliance requirements.

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