Compliance & AML

AML & Compliance in the UAE

AML registration, UBO declarations, ESR filing and transfer pricing support — plus the RTS AML platform for digital screening and monitoring.

AML, UBO and ESR obligations are now a routine part of running a UAE company — and the penalties for missing them are real. RTS helps you register where required, put proper policies in place, declare ultimate beneficial owners, file ESR notifications and returns, and document transfer pricing where it applies. For businesses that want to automate screening and monitoring, our dedicated digital platform, RTS AML, handles AML, KYC and KYB checks and produces bank-ready reports.

AML registration and policies

Companies in designated activities must register with the relevant AML systems and maintain policies, procedures and ongoing monitoring. We handle AML registration support, draft your AML policy and procedures, and set up the reporting framework your business needs. The goal is a compliance posture that satisfies regulators and banks without drowning your team in paperwork.

UBO declarations, ESR and transfer pricing

UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner) declarations identify the individuals who ultimately own or control your company and must be kept accurate and up to date. ESR (Economic Substance Regulations) requires notifications and, for relevant activities, substance reports. Transfer pricing rules apply to transactions between related parties and may require documented policies. We handle all three — registration, declarations, filings and supporting documentation — so each obligation is met on time and consistently.

  • ✓AML registration support
  • ✓AML policy and procedure drafting
  • ✓AML reporting framework setup
  • ✓UBO declaration preparation and updates
  • ✓ESR registration, notification and reporting
  • ✓Transfer pricing policy support

RTS AML — our digital compliance platform

For businesses that need ongoing screening rather than one-off filings, RTS AML is our dedicated digital compliance platform for AML, KYC and KYB. It runs sanctions, PEP and adverse-media screening, structures risk analysis, supports continuous monitoring and produces compliance reports designed for banks and regulators. RTS AML connects the advisory work we do for you to a smarter, faster and more structured compliance workflow.

RTS scope

What we deliver

01AML registration support
02AML policy and procedure drafting
03AML reporting framework setup
04UBO declaration preparation and updates
05ESR registration, notification and reporting
06Transfer pricing policy support
07Digital AML / KYC / KYB screening via RTS AML
How it works

Working with RTS — 4 steps

01

Scoping call

Free 30-minute call. We assess your situation, goals and documents, and confirm the right approach.

02

Fixed proposal

Within 5 working days you receive a fixed quote with a full document checklist and timeline.

03

Execution

We handle the documentation, submissions and authority follow-up — you sign where needed.

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Ongoing support

Banking, accounting, tax and compliance handled under one accountable partner.

FAQ

AML & Compliance — common questions

Does my UAE company need AML registration?

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Companies in designated non-financial activities and certain other sectors must register and maintain AML policies and reporting. We confirm whether your activity is in scope and handle registration and policy setup.

What is a UBO declaration?

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A UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner) declaration identifies the individuals who ultimately own or control your company. It must be maintained accurately and updated when ownership changes. We prepare and update it for you.

What is ESR and does it apply to me?

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Economic Substance Regulations require companies carrying out "relevant activities" to file notifications and, where applicable, substance reports. We assess whether ESR applies and handle the filings.

How much does AML / UBO / ESR support cost?

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Support starts from AED 5,000, depending on whether you need registration, policies, declarations or filings. We confirm a fixed fee after reviewing your activity and structure.

What is the RTS AML platform?

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RTS AML is our dedicated digital compliance platform for AML, KYC and KYB screening, risk analysis, monitoring and reporting. It is ideal for businesses that need ongoing screening and bank-ready compliance reports. Explore it at rtsaml.com.

Ready to move forward with aml & compliance?

Free 30-minute scoping call. Fixed proposal within 5 working days. No obligations.