Regulatory Intelligence
Tracking the evolution of UAE financial regulations. Essential intelligence for compliance professionals and DNFBP management teams.
Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism
The primary legislative framework governing AML/CFT/CPF in the UAE. This updated decree enforces stringent preventative controls across all Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs).
- Mandatory Enterprise Risk Assessments aligned with the NRA.
- Strict transaction monitoring and goAML escalation logic.
- Severe administrative penalties for systemic non-compliance.
Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law No. (10)
The practical operating model for DNFBPs under MoET and MoJ jurisdiction. It converts the legal obligations of Decree-Law No. (10) into day-to-day operational expectations.
- Five control layers: Governance, Risk Assessment, Preventative, Detection, and Assurance.
- Implementation standards for Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD).
- Record-keeping and continuous evidence assurance protocols.
Regulation of the Capital Market
The structural foundation for the UAE Capital Market Authority's oversight. Sets the AED 250 million penalty boundary and defines board-level liability for catastrophic regulatory failure.
- Establishes statutory engagement protocols for publicly listed and heavily regulated entities.
- Mandates rigorous independent compliance audits.
Regulation of Virtual Assets
The definitive framework governing Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). It outlines the exact parameters required to operate legally within the UAE's borders.
- Dictates the "Eight Pillars" of required VASP operations.
- Covers all federal licensed activities, including Custodial Services and Multi-Party Trading Platforms.