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AML and goAML Compliance in Dubai

Help in-scope DNFBPs establish practical AML controls, goAML processes, risk assessment and evidence.

Penalties and Deadlines

Last reviewed 22 Sep 2026

AML penalties can be substantial and breach-specific. The Ministry has imposed multi-million-dirham totals across inspected DNFBPs. Each claim must be tied to the applicable violation schedule.

Summarised from official UAE sources for information. Amounts and deadlines depend on the facts and can change, so the current position is confirmed before we advise.

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Case study

Example scenario, not a completed engagement

An in-scope business had goAML access but weak risk assessment and customer files. Regent redesigned the controls, remediated files and introduced monitoring evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Regent include in its AML and goAML Compliance service?

Scope includes applicability and gap assessment, enterprise and customer risk frameworks, policies, CDD and reporting procedures, and training, monitoring and remediation. The proposal confirms entities, periods and exclusions.

When should we start and what will Regent need?

Start when the obligation, transaction, notice or deadline is known. Regent will issue a focused request list beginning with applicability and gap assessment, entity details, records and dates.

Can we check our position before committing to the full service?

Yes. Use the AML Applicability and Gap Check for an initial indication, then route the result to the appropriate Regent advisor.

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