The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) has announced updates to its Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions Rules and Guidance (AML Rulebook). The revisions aim to clarify requirements in line with the UAE’s federal regulatory framework for combating money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing, ensuring compliance with targeted financial sanctions. Minor drafting changes have been made to provisions related to wire transfers to explicitly state that the FATF “Travel Rule” applies to Virtual Assets. These changes are applicable to all firms covered by the AML Rulebook, including authorized firms in the financial services sector and Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions. For details on the modifications, refer to the FSRA Rules (Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions Rules and Guidance).
By FCCT Editorial Team

