In 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Tourism carried out nationwide inspections across Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs), including real estate brokers, precious metals dealers, corporate service providers, and auditors. Over 1,000 violations were identified, resulting in administrative fines totaling more than AED 42 million Notable fines included: AED 18.5 million levied on real estate brokerage firms AED 20 million assessed against dealers in precious metals and gemstones Over AED 4 million applied to corporate service providers and audit firms This reflects a clear escalation in enforcement efforts and zero-tolerance for non-compliance — especially among DNFBP sectors. Why This Matters Regulatory scrutiny is intensifying : Inspections now include both desk reviews and field visits. DNFBPs are a key focus : That includes law firms, CSPs, DPMS, real estate agencies, accountants, and auditors. Non-compliance carries major financial and reputational consequences : Firms must meet all AML/CFT requirements consistently. What You Should Do Next Review your AML framework and business risk assessment (BRA) to ensure it addresses your specific risk areas. Confirm your staff training covers red flags, KYC, and goAML reporting requirements . Ensure AML policies and procedures are updated and aligned with the latest directives. Maintain strong documentation and evidence of regulatory compliance. How Bi-Compliant Can Help At B-Compliant, we work closely with companies across all AML-regulated sectors in the UAE. From initial policy drafting to goAML reporting, we support your entire compliance journey and ensure you are always prepared for regulatory inspection. Avoid penalties. Protect your licence. Safeguard your business. Contact us today to assess your AML readiness and bring your framework into full compliance.
Notable fines included:
- AED 18.5 million levied on real estate brokerage firms
- AED 20 million assessed against dealers in precious metals and gemstones
- Over AED 4 million applied to corporate service providers and audit firms
This reflects a clear escalation in enforcement efforts and zero-tolerance for non-compliance — especially among DNFBP sectors.
Why This Matters
- Regulatory scrutiny is intensifying: Inspections now include both desk reviews and field visits.
- DNFBPs are a key focus: That includes law firms, CSPs, DPMS, real estate agencies, accountants, and auditors.
- Non-compliance carries major financial and reputational consequences: Firms must meet all AML/CFT requirements consistently.
What You Should Do Next
- Review your AML framework and business risk assessment (BRA) to ensure it addresses your specific risk areas.
- Confirm your staff training covers red flags, KYC, and goAML reporting requirements.
- Ensure AML policies and procedures are updated and aligned with the latest directives.
- Maintain strong documentation and evidence of regulatory compliance.
How Bi-Compliant Can Help
At B-Compliant, we work closely with companies across all AML-regulated sectors in the UAE. From initial policy drafting to goAML reporting, we support your entire compliance journey and ensure you are always prepared for regulatory inspection.
Avoid penalties. Protect your licence. Safeguard your business.
Contact us today to assess your AML readiness and bring your framework into full compliance.
