The AML Compliance Burden on UAE Real Estate Firms The UAE’s real estate sector is under increasing regulatory scrutiny due to its exposure to money laundering risks, particularly via high‑value property transactions. As Designated Non‑Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs), real estate firms must now fully comply with: Federal Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 on
Introduction As startups emerge across key sectors in the UAE—particularly in real estate, crypto, fintech, gold trading, and corporate services—regulatory compliance is no longer a concern only for large corporations. With strict AML/CFT regulations introduced by the Ministry of Economy and oversight by the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), even early-stage businesses must implement strong Anti-Money
In today’s global economy, businesses—especially in high-risk sectors like real estate, gold trading, and financial services—are increasingly vulnerable to money laundering, terrorism financing, and other illicit financial activities. The UAE, being a major commercial and investment hub, enforces strict Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations to combat these risks. But how do businesses stay compliant while focusing
