The principle AML/CFT legislation applicable is the Federal Decree-Law No. (20) of 2018 On Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Financing of Illegal Organisations (the “AML-CFT Law” or “the Law”) and implementing regulation, Cabinet Decision No. (10) of 2019 Concerning the Implementing Regulation of Decree Law No. (20) of 2018 On Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations (the “AML-CFT Decision” or “the Cabinet Decision”).

The Anti-Money Laundering Law in UAE requires the FIs and DNFBPs to establish a comprehensive AML/CFT Program including AML Policy for KYC, Screening, Risk Profiling, Governance, STR Filing, and more. The Anti-Money Laundering Policy and AML procedures and guidelines have to be commensurate with the nature and size of the business.

The AML Compliance Officer has to ensure that the provisions of the UAE AML Law are complied with.