Introduction Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations are no longer exclusive to the financial sector. In the UAE, regulators now require a wide range of industries—including real estate, precious metals and stones, corporate service providers, and legal/accounting firms—to establish strong AML compliance frameworks. To navigate this evolving landscape, businesses must adopt tailored AML compliance services that suit
Introduction The UAE’s real estate sector is renowned for its rapid growth, global investor appeal, and high-value transactions. However, these very strengths make it a prime target for money laundering activities. In response, the UAE government has enforced stringent Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations. For real estate firms—classified as Designated
Introduction The UAE’s booming real estate sector has long attracted global investors, but with that growth comes increased responsibility. Real estate brokers, developers, and agents are classified as DNFBPs (Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions), making them directly accountable under the UAE’s stringent AML/CFT framework. As regulations tighten and enforcement intensifies, knowing when to implement Real
