UAE KYC Essentials: A Complete Guide to Regulatory Compliance

Want to know how the Know Your Customer (KYC) process works in UAE?

Customer Due Diligence forms the foundation of the UAE’s KYC framework and is a statutory obligation under Article 19(1)(b) of Federal Decree-Law No. 10 of 2025, with the detailed measures set out in Articles 6 to 15 of Cabinet Resolution No. 134 of 2025. As part of these obligations, regulated entities must identify and verify beneficial ownership in accord with Article 19(3) of Federal Decree-Law No. 10 of 2025 and Articles 9 and 37 to 41 of Cabinet Resolution No. 134 of 2025.

Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about KYC fundamentals, from rules to real results. Master core KYC components in minutes.

In this video, we throw light on core essentials of KYC:

• Central AML/CFT regulatory framework in UAE
• What does KYC mean under UAE’s federal laws
• Key requirements to conduct KYC
• Generic pitfalls experienced while undertaking KYC measures
• Steps for customer identification and verification
• Process to identify UBOs and Controlling Persons in corporate customers
• Tips to recognize shell companies during customer onboarding
• Clues to spot red flags while doing KYC
• Circumstances and timing for Re-KYC
• Record-Keeping and Reporting Obligations
• Penalties for non-compliance and how to avoid them
• Best Practices to ensure smooth navigation of KYC procedure

This session serves as a go-to guide to businesses for successful customer identification and verification.

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