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AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)

Protect your business. Meet the law. Stay trade-ready. ModCASA helps Dubai & Sharjah businesses register for AML, build compliance programs, and manage ongoing reporting and audits.

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Key highlights for AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)

End-to-end AML service: risk assessment, policy drafting, MLRO appointment, UBO registration and FIU reporting setup.

Compliance for real-estate, corporate services, legal/accounting firms, high-value goods dealers and regulated businesses.

Practical, business-first approach with regulator-ready deliverables and secure document handling.

Which structure fits AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)?

We’ll help you select the structure that fits your model, ownership needs, and visa plans.

Real Estate & Property Services

  • AML applies to brokers, developers, property managers and mortgage intermediaries.
  • Customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-value transactions.
  • Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) obligations to UAE FIU.

Corporate Services & Professional Firms

  • Company formation agents, trust providers, corporate registrars must have AML controls.
  • Legal, accounting, audit and tax advisory firms covered under DNFBP regulations.
  • MLRO/Compliance Officer appointment and training mandatory.

High-Value Goods Dealers

  • Dealers in precious metals, gemstones, luxury cars and other high-value items.
  • Transaction monitoring and record-keeping for cash and high-value sales.
  • Risk-based approach to customer screening and source-of-funds verification.

Financial & Exchange Services

  • Money service providers, exchange houses, casinos and financial intermediaries.
  • Registration with UAE Central Bank or relevant regulator for AML/CFT.
  • Ongoing reporting, audits and regulator liaison required.

How we handle AML Registration & Compliance (UAE) — step by step

  1. Quick intake & discovery

    We gather company details, licences, product lines, customer base and current controls to understand your AML obligations.

  2. Preliminary risk assessment

    Short written report highlighting AML risk exposure, gaps in current controls and recommended compliance scope.

  3. Design the compliance program

    Drafting AML Policy, CDD/EDD procedures, Transaction Monitoring policy, Sanctions screening procedures and Record-Keeping rules tailored to your business.

  4. UBO & KYC implementation

    Support to collate and register Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) information per UAE Cabinet decisions and prepare KYC/onboarding templates.

  5. Register for FIU reporting channels

    Guided setup for goAML reporting system and any regulator portals; test submissions and user access configuration.

  6. MLRO appointment & training

    Nominate Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), define duties, internal escalation procedures and deliver tailored compliance training.

  7. Staff training & handover

    Practical workshops for all relevant staff on AML awareness, red flags, KYC procedures and regulatory obligations.

  8. Ongoing monitoring & audit support

    Periodic compliance checks, updates for law/regulator changes, assistance with STR submissions and support for regulator inspections.

Documents for AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)

Exact list varies by company type and jurisdiction.

For individual owners

  • Passport/ID copies and Emirates ID (owners, directors, authorized signatories)
  • Proof of address for all UBOs and key management
  • Professional CV and source-of-funds evidence (for high-value owners)

For corporate shareholders

  • Trade licence / registration certificate (free zone or mainland)
  • Shareholder register & company ownership chart (UBO details)
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association, shareholder agreements
  • Bank details used for major transactions

Other items

  • Sample client onboarding files and contracts (if available)
  • Existing policies, procedures or manuals (if any)
  • Details of business activities, customer types and jurisdictions served

Timelines & cost guidance for AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)

  1. Basic AML program

    2–6 weeks for small businesses with straightforward activities.

  2. Complex/higher-risk firms

    6–12+ weeks depending on number of entities, customer base complexity and data readiness.

  3. UBO registration

    Typically 1–2 weeks once all shareholder documentation is complete.

  4. MLRO training

    Half-day to full-day session depending on scope and team size.

  5. Costs

    Flexible packages from fixed Starter Kit to enterprise programs. Contact us for tailored quote.

AML Registration & Compliance (UAE) Packages

Every package is tailored — below are typical service tiers. We’ll help you choose the best fit for your activity and jurisdiction.

AML Starter Kit

  • AML risk assessment report
  • Basic AML Policy document
  • MLRO job description template
  • 1 staff training session (up to 10 participants)
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Compliance Pack

  • Everything in Starter Kit
  • Full policy suite (CDD/EDD, sanctions, transaction monitoring)
  • KYC/onboarding templates and forms
  • UBO registration assistance
  • goAML/FIU setup and user configuration
  • 2 staff training sessions

Enterprise Compliance

  • Complete AML compliance program
  • Transaction monitoring system design
  • Technology integration advisory (KYC/KYB platforms)
  • Quarterly internal audits and health checks
  • Dedicated compliance support and regulator liaison
  • Ongoing training and policy updates

Why choose ModCASA for AML Registration & Compliance (UAE)?

  • Local regulatory expertise in Dubai & Sharjah with up-to-date knowledge of UAE AML/CFT laws.

  • End-to-end support: registration, UBO, reporting, training and audits — single partner for all AML needs.

  • Practical, business-first compliance — policies written for day-to-day operations, not just legal checklists.

  • Secure & confidential handling of sensitive documents and data.

  • Fast, clear onboarding with dedicated project manager and milestone reporting.

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AML Registration & Compliance (UAE) — Frequently Asked Questions

Does every company in UAE need an AML program?

Not every microbusiness, but most regulated firms and 'Designated Non-Financial Businesses & Professions' (DNFBPs) — real-estate brokers, corporate service providers, dealers in high-value goods, lawyers and accountants — must have AML controls. We assess your exposure and advise what's required.

What is a UBO and do I have to register it?

UBO = Ultimate Beneficial Owner (natural person who ultimately owns or controls the company). UAE rules require collection and registration of UBO data per Cabinet decisions. We prepare and submit this information for you.

How do I report a suspicious transaction?

Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) are submitted to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) via goAML reporting channel. ModCASA registers your MLRO/authorized user and assists with first reports and templates.

What are the penalties for non-compliance?

Penalties can include fines, licence restrictions and reputational damage. Severity depends on breach type; consistent non-compliance can trigger criminal investigation. Timely remediation and demonstrated control improvements reduce enforcement risk.

How often must staff be trained?

Regulators expect regular, documented AML training — typically at onboarding and annually (more frequently for high-risk roles). ModCASA delivers role-based training packages.

Do you provide ongoing support after initial setup?

Yes. We offer quarterly audits, policy updates, STR assistance and support for regulator inspections as part of our Enterprise Compliance package.

Can you help with a regulator inspection or audit?

Absolutely. We provide independent AML health checks, remediation roadmaps and support during regulator engagement.

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