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Regulatory and Compliance Services in the UAE
Stay on the right side of the rules, from AML and beneficial ownership to licences, approvals and data protection.
AML/CFTUBO registersHealth checks
Overview
Compliance that keeps you licensed and bankable
UAE companies must keep beneficial ownership (UBO) records, and many sectors must run anti-money-laundering programmes, register on the goAML system and respond to regulator requests. Banks expect the same discipline.
We assess your obligations, put the right documents and processes in place and coordinate with compliance and legal specialists when you need deeper support.
What you get
What we cover
AML/CFT programmes
Policies, risk assessment and training.
goAML registration
For designated businesses.
UBO registers
Beneficial ownership filings and updates.
Approvals
External approvals for regulated activities.
Data protection
Privacy policies and data handling.
Health checks
Gap reviews before audits or bank reviews.
How it works
Our approach
01
Scoping
Your activities and regulators.
02
Gap review
What is missing and what is at risk.
03
Remediation
Documents, filings and processes.
04
Monitoring
Updates when rules change.
Checklist
What to prepare
- Trade licence
- Shareholder and UBO details
- Existing policies
- Customer and product overview
- Bank correspondence
- Regulator notices (if any)
Setup cost estimator
Get a free estimate
Starting estimate in AED. A specialist confirms your exact quote within one working day.
What is a UBO register?
A record of the individuals who ultimately own or control your company. UAE companies must keep it and file it with their registrar.
Does my business need an AML programme?
Financial institutions and designated non-financial businesses, such as real estate brokers, dealers in precious metals and some service providers, must have one.
What happens if I am not compliant?
Penalties, licence suspension and bank account problems are possible.
Can you act as our compliance officer?
We can connect you with qualified compliance professionals for outsourced roles where permitted.
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