The law establishes a Financial Intelligence Unit to collect and analyze financial data, and requires certain businesses to report suspicious transactions. It also provides for international cooperation to combat these crimes.
Who should read this
Financial institutions should immediately review this law
Directly affected
Key facts
- Issued on 30 September 2025
- Effective on 14 October 2025
- Establishes a Financial Intelligence Unit
- Requires reporting of suspicious transactions
- Provides for international cooperation
What this means for you
Businesses must report suspicious transactions and comply with new regulations to prevent money laundering and financing of terrorism.
Directly affected: banks, financial institutions, designated non-financial businesses and professions
Effective date: 14 October 2025
Action items
- Review the new law and understand the requirements
- Develop a compliance plan to report suspicious transactions
- Train staff on the new regulations
- Establish procedures for international cooperation
Litigation impact
This law may impact pending or future litigation related to money laundering or financing of terrorism, and businesses should be prepared to comply with the new regulations.
Source
UAE Legislation Portal — Real Estate & Land (Sector 39)
https://uaelegislation.gov.ae/en/legislations/3314
Original-source date: 2025 · Captured: 2026-05-26T10:28+00:00Z
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