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ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority AML Rulebook

RulebookIn Force
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Issuing authority
FSRA enforcement action including fines and licence revocation
Effective date
In force since 2023; ongoing updates via FSRA notices
Scope
FSRA enforcement action including fines and licence revocation

Key requirements

AML rules for firms licensed in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) the financial free zone with its own English-common-law jurisdiction. Risk assessment requirements, CDD obligations, wire transfer rules, sanctions screening and periodic review. Separate from the mainland UAE regime but aligned with FATF standards.

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