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AML & GoAML Compliance

Build an AML framework that is practical, documented and defensible.

What this service covers

AML compliance is a serious responsibility for regulated businesses in the UAE. Policies, risk assessments and customer due diligence cannot be treated as files created only for formality. Regulators expect businesses to understand risk, document controls, train teams and maintain evidence.

EMC supports companies with GoAML registration, AML policies, risk assessments, customer due diligence, compliance reviews, training and regulatory support for DNFBPs and other regulated entities. Our approach is simple: make AML compliance usable in day-to-day operations, not locked away in a folder.

GoAML Registration Support

Assistance with registration preparation, document checklist and process coordination for eligible regulated businesses.

AML Policy & Procedure Documentation

Preparation or review of AML policies, procedures, roles, reporting lines and internal controls.

Enterprise Risk Assessment

Assessment of customer risk, geographic risk, transaction risk, product or service risk and delivery channel risk.

Customer Due Diligence Framework

Guidance on KYC, beneficial ownership, screening, ongoing monitoring and enhanced due diligence where required.

Compliance Review

Review of existing AML records, training logs, risk assessments, policies and compliance gaps

AML Training

Training support for owners, compliance officers and team members handling client onboarding and transactions.

Regulatory Support

Assistance with AML-related queries, remediation plans and management responses.

Why it matters

A copied AML policy does not protect a business. If procedures are not followed, records are not maintained and staff cannot identify red flags, the company remains exposed.

EMC helps businesses create AML systems that reflect their actual customers, services and transaction patterns. The outcome is a stronger compliance file and a team that knows what to do when risk appears.

EMC Approach

01 – Applicability & Risk Review: We review business activity, customer profile, transaction types and regulatory exposure.

02 – Policy & Procedure Development: We prepare or improve AML documents, control procedures and reporting responsibilities.

03 – GoAML & Record Support: We support GoAML registration preparation and the creation of compliance records where applicable.

04 – Training & Implementation: We train relevant team members and help operationalise customer due diligence processes.

05 – Review & Improvement: We review compliance gaps and recommend practical corrective actions.

Industries & Business Types Served

DNFBPs, real estate businesses, corporate service providers, dealers in precious metals or stones, accountants, auditors and other regulated entities requiring AML controls.

Deliverables

Practical output, not just advice.

Each service gives your company usable clarity and compliance-ready structure.

AML applicability and risk review

GoAML registration support file

AML policy and procedure pack

Customer due diligence checklist

AML training material and attendance record

Compliance review and action plan

FAQs

Who needs AML compliance in the UAE?
Certain regulated entities and DNFBPs may have AML obligations. EMC reviews the business activity and risk profile to guide next steps.
No. Registration is only one part. Businesses also need policies, risk assessment, customer due diligence, training and proper records.
Yes. EMC supports AML policy, procedure and risk assessment documentation aligned with business operations.
Yes. EMC provides practical AML training support for management and relevant team members.