GoAML Consultant Services and AML Compliance Registration Across the UAE
We handle full GoAML registration for businesses and designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs) required to report to the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). Our team of Chartered Accountants, CPAs, and licensed consultants manages account creation on the GoAML portal, entity profile setup, user registration, and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Every registration follows the UAE Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) framework under Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018 and Cabinet Decision No. 10 of 2019.
Our GoAML registration scope covers businesses operating in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain. We serve mainland companies and free zone entities in DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, RAKEZ, Sharjah Media City (Shams), Ajman Free Zone, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai South, DIFC, and DAFZA. Industries required to register include real estate agents, dealers in precious metals and stones, auditors, accountants, corporate service providers, legal consultants, and trust service providers. We also assist general trading, retail, e-commerce, construction, and professional services companies that fall under AML reporting obligations based on their transaction types and client profiles.
What We Offer
GoAML Portal Registration and Account Setup
- Create and configure your entity profile on the GoAML portal with accurate business details, trade license information, and compliance officer designation
- Register authorized users including the compliance officer, Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), and deputy MLRO with correct access permissions
- Submit the registration application to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and handle verification steps until full portal activation
Suspicious Transaction and Activity Reporting
- Prepare and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) through the GoAML portal when transactions match AML red flag indicators
- Submit Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for non-transactional activities that raise money laundering or terrorism financing concerns
- Maintain a secure internal reporting log that documents every STR and SAR filed for regulatory audit purposes
AML Compliance Program Development
- Develop internal AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls that meet FIU and regulatory authority requirements
- Conduct AML risk assessments for your business covering customer risk, product risk, geographic risk, and delivery channel risk
AML Training and Ongoing Support
- Deliver AML/CFT training sessions for staff and management covering red flag identification, reporting obligations, and compliance procedures
- Provide ongoing AML advisory support including annual policy reviews, compliance health checks, and regulatory update notifications
Benefits of Our GoAML Registration Services
1. FIU Penalty Prevention
Registered businesses avoid FIU penalties and regulatory enforcement actions for non-compliance with AML reporting obligations. The UAE imposes significant fines on entities that fail to register on GoAML, miss STR filing deadlines, or maintain inadequate AML controls. DNFBPs including real estate agents, auditors, dealers in precious metals, and corporate service providers face mandatory registration requirements. Companies that maintain organized bookkeeping records and transaction documentation can identify and report suspicious activities faster and with better accuracy.
2. Inspection-Ready Compliance
A properly configured GoAML account with trained personnel strengthens your company's AML compliance posture for regulatory inspections. The FIU and supervisory authorities conduct inspections to verify that registered entities have active GoAML accounts, designated compliance officers, and documented AML policies. Companies with complete registration and trained staff pass inspections with fewer findings. Businesses that file accurate financial statements alongside GoAML compliance demonstrate full regulatory transparency to authorities
3. Protected Banking Access
A clean AML compliance record supports smooth corporate bank account operations and strengthens trust with financial partners across the UAE. Banks monitor client AML compliance status when reviewing account relationships, credit facilities, and trade finance applications. Companies flagged for AML non-compliance face account restrictions, enhanced due diligence, or account closure by their bank. Professional AML compliance support protects your business reputation and maintains uninterrupted banking services.
GoAML Registration for DNFBPs, Trading Companies, and Enterprises in Dubai
We register every type of business required to comply with UAE AML regulations, from single-office DNFBPs to large enterprises with multi-branch operations across the UAE. Real estate agencies, precious metals dealers, accounting firms, audit firms, legal consultants, and corporate service providers in Al Khabaisi, Deira, Business Bay, JLT, Downtown Dubai, Bur Dubai, and Al Garhoud rely on our team for complete GoAML portal registration. Trading companies handling high-value transactions through free zones such as DMCC, JAFZA, IFZA, or Dubai South receive AML risk assessments and GoAML setup from the point of registration.
GoAML registration requires specific information including trade license details, company registration number, physical office address, compliance officer details (name, Emirates ID, contact information), and a description of business activities. The FIU reviews each application and may request additional documentation before activating the account. Once active, the compliance officer must log into the GoAML portal regularly and file STRs or SARs whenever suspicious transactions or activities are identified. Failure to report carries penalties under Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018.
Our office at Ginger Business Center, Al Khabaisi, Deira, Dubai, on Salah Al Din Street near Abu Baker Al Siddique Metro Station (Green Line), serves clients from areas near Deira City Centre, Hamarain Centre, and the Dubai Creek waterfront. Companies subject to UAE Corporate Tax under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 at the 9% rate on taxable income above AED 375,000 often undergo combined tax and AML compliance reviews by regulatory authorities. Cabinet Decision No. 129 of 2025, effective April 14, 2026, and Federal Decree-Law No. 17 of 2025, effective January 1, 2026, update tax procedures that intersect with AML documentation requirements. Businesses that complete VAT and corporate tax registration alongside GoAML registration build a fully compliant regulatory profile from the start. Taxograph supports businesses across all 7 emirates with integrated AML and tax compliance services.
Why Choose Our GoAML Registration Team in Dubai?
Our team includes Chartered Accountants, CPAs, Licensed Auditors, and AML compliance consultants with 5+ years of experience in UAE AML/CFT regulations and FIU reporting. We have completed GoAML registrations for 100+ businesses across all 7 emirates including DNFBPs, trading companies, and professional service firms. Our office in Deira, Dubai, near the Dubai Creek waterfront, provides direct access for compliance consultations and document review. We also serve remote clients through secure online platforms.
Every GoAML registration goes through a multi-step review covering entity profile accuracy, compliance officer designation, and FIU portal verification. Our team prepares all registration documents, configures user access levels, and tests portal functionality before handover. We maintain direct communication from initial consultation through full portal activation. Businesses across the UAE receive reliable accounting, tax, and compliance support that covers AML obligations alongside financial reporting requirements.
Dedicated AML compliance coordinator for every client
Full GoAML portal setup and user configuration
AML policy development and staff training included
Transparent fixed-fee pricing with no hidden charges
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Our Process
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AML Compliance Assessment
We review your business type, activities, client base, and transaction patterns to determine your AML reporting obligations. Our team identifies whether your company qualifies as a DNFBP or falls under other mandatory registration categories with the FIU.
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Document Collection and Profile Preparation
We collect trade licenses, compliance officer details, Emirates ID copies, office address proof, and business activity descriptions. Our team prepares the complete GoAML entity profile with all required fields populated accurately for FIU review.
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GoAML Portal Registration and Submission
Our team creates the entity account on the GoAML portal, registers the compliance officer and deputy MLRO, and submits the application to the FIU. We handle all verification steps and respond to additional information requests until the account is fully activated.
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Training, Policy Handover, and Ongoing Support
We deliver AML/CFT training to the compliance officer and relevant staff. Our team provides documented AML policies, internal reporting procedures, and a compliance calendar. Ongoing support covers annual policy reviews, regulatory updates, and STR/SAR filing assistance when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
GoAML is a secure online portal operated by the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) for receiving Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) from registered entities. It serves as the official reporting channel for AML/CFT compliance in the UAE. All obligated businesses must register and maintain active accounts on this portal.
DNFBPs including real estate agents, dealers in precious metals and stones, auditors, accountants, legal consultants, corporate service providers, and trust companies must register on GoAML. Financial institutions regulated by the Central Bank of the UAE also have mandatory registration. Any business identified by its supervisory authority as having AML reporting obligations must register.
A DNFBP (Designated Non-Financial Business or Profession) is a category of businesses required to comply with AML/CFT regulations outside the traditional financial sector. In the UAE, this includes real estate agents, precious metals and stones dealers, auditors, accountants, lawyers, notaries, corporate service providers, and trust service providers.
Failure to register on GoAML when required carries significant fines and regulatory enforcement actions from the FIU and supervisory authorities. Penalties can include monetary fines, license suspension, and reputational damage. Regulatory inspections specifically check for active GoAML registration and AML compliance documentation.
A Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) must be filed through GoAML when a transaction raises indicators of money laundering, terrorism financing, or illegal activity. Red flags include unusually large cash transactions, rapid movement of funds, transactions inconsistent with the customer's profile, and structuring to avoid reporting thresholds. STRs must be filed promptly once suspicion is formed.
An STR relates to a specific financial transaction that appears suspicious, while a SAR covers suspicious activities that may not involve a direct transaction. Both reports are filed through the GoAML portal. Examples of SAR triggers include unusual customer behavior, inconsistent documentation, and attempts to avoid identification procedures.
Yes, every entity registering on GoAML must designate a compliance officer and preferably a deputy MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer). The compliance officer is responsible for filing STRs and SARs, maintaining AML policies, and serving as the primary contact with the FIU. Our team can assist in defining this role and training the designated person.
You need a valid trade license, company registration certificate, compliance officer details (name, Emirates ID, contact), physical office address, and a description of business activities. The FIU may request additional documentation during the review process. We prepare a complete document package before submission.
GoAML portal registration and account activation typically take 5 to 15 business days after complete application submission. Processing time depends on FIU review workload and document completeness. Our pre-submission review minimizes delays from rejected or incomplete applications.
Free zone companies that fall under DNFBP categories or are identified by their supervisory authority as having AML obligations must register on GoAML. This includes free zone entities in DMCC, JAFZA, DIFC, DAFZA, IFZA, RAKEZ, and other zones. The registration process is the same regardless of jurisdiction.
Yes, we develop complete AML/CFT policy manuals covering customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, internal reporting procedures, and record-keeping requirements. Each policy is customized to your business type, client base, and risk profile. We also provide annual policy review and updates.
Yes, UAE AML regulations require obligated entities to provide regular AML/CFT training to all relevant staff members. Training must cover red flag identification, reporting obligations, customer due diligence procedures, and internal escalation protocols. We deliver training sessions and provide documented training records for regulatory inspections.
UAE banks verify AML compliance status when reviewing account relationships and credit applications. Companies without active GoAML registration when required may face enhanced due diligence, account restrictions, or relationship termination by their bank. Active registration demonstrates regulatory compliance and supports smooth banking operations.
Companies involved in cross-border transactions that also fall under AML reporting obligations may need both a Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) and GoAML registration. A TRC proves UAE tax residency for double taxation treaty benefits, while GoAML addresses AML compliance. Both registrations demonstrate full regulatory compliance to authorities and banking partners.
Contact us at +971501840951 or email support@taxograph.com to schedule an AML compliance consultation. You can also visit our office at Ginger Business Center, Al Khabaisi, Deira, Dubai, near Abu Baker Al Siddique Metro Station (Green Line). We assess your AML obligations, collect documents, and begin portal registration within the first week.