Real estate is one of the most prominent and rapidly growing sectors in the UAE economy. However, its high-value transactions and international clientele make it a prime target for money laundering and illicit financing. To protect the sector and comply with global standards, the UAE has imposed stringent AML (Anti-Money Laundering) regulations, requiring real estate
The UAE’s real estate sector continues to attract global investors—but with opportunity comes responsibility. In line with international standards and its national strategy to combat money laundering and terrorism financing, the UAE government has tightened AML/CFT enforcement, especially for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) such as real estate brokers,dealers in Precious metals and stones
The UAE’s real estate sector continues to be a magnet for global investors. However, its high-value transactions and cross-border nature make it vulnerable to money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/TF) risks. To address these challenges, the UAE government has implemented robust AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism) regulations specifically targeting real estate
Real estate is one of the UAE’s most dynamic sectors, attracting global investors and high-value transactions. However, this popularity also makes it vulnerable to money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF) risks. To combat these threats, Customer Due Diligence (CDD) has become a core obligation for real estate brokers, agents, and developers. For property brokers,
The real estate sector in the UAE is considered a high-risk area for money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF) due to its high-value transactions, cross-border buyers, and complex ownership structures. Recognizing this, the UAE Ministry of Economy (MoE) and the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) require real estate brokers, developers, and agents (classified as DNFBPs)
To strengthen its AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism) framework, the UAE has introduced sector-specific reporting obligations for the real estate industry. One of the most critical requirements for real estate brokers, developers, and agents is filing the Real Estate Activity Report (REAR) via the goAML platform. The REAR filing obligation aims
As AML/CFT regulations tighten across the UAE, businesses—especially those classified as DNFBPs (Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions)—face growing pressure to adopt technology that helps them remain compliant, reduce risk, and avoid penalties. Whether you’re a real estate brokerage, gold & jewellery trader, auditing firm, or corporate service provider, selecting the right AML software for your
Trust and Company Service Providers (TCSPs) are a vital part of the UAE’s business services landscape. From company formation and nominee arrangements to administrative services, TCSPs facilitate high-value transactions and asset structuring—functions that, if misused, can enable money laundering and other financial crimes. Recognizing these risks, the UAE classifies TCSPs as Designated Non-Financial Businesses and
The UAE is a global powerhouse in the gold and jewellery trade, with major hubs like Dubai playing a pivotal role in international bullion trading and precious stone commerce. From refineries and bullion traders to luxury retailers and jewellery manufacturers, the sector is both economically significant and vulnerable to misuse for money laundering and terrorist
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations in the UAE have become increasingly stringent in recent years, particularly for financial institutions and DNFBPs (Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions) such as real estate companies, gold & jewellery dealers, and corporate service providers. Failure to comply with these regulations doesn’t just risk reputational damage—it can result in significant regulatory fines,
