Sanctions & PEP Screening Solutions (Advisory & Referral Service)

Under UAE AML/CFT/CPF regulations, all DNFBPs are legally required to conduct sanctions screening and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) screening prior to establishing a business relationship with any client, and on an ongoing basis where applicable.

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This requirement is a fundamental part of the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) process, aimed at ensuring that organizations do not engage, directly or indirectly, with individuals or entities subject to Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS) or presenting elevated financial crime risks.

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Regulatory Requirement

DNFBPs must ensure that:

• All clients are screened against relevant sanctions lists

• PEP identification is conducted accurately and consistently

• Screening is performed prior to onboarding and periodically thereafter

• Appropriate measures are taken when matches or potential matches are identified

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Failure to implement proper screening controls may result in serious regulatory consequences, including financial penalties and enforcement actions.

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Our Role (Current Offering)

While we are in the process of developing our own proprietary screening solution, we currently provide a specialized advisory and referral service to support our clients in selecting and implementing the most appropriate screening tools available in the market.

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We work closely with a range of leading screening solution providers within the UAE, enabling us to offer independent, practical, and experience-based recommendations.

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Tailored Tool Selection

We do not promote a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we assess your company’s:

• Business size and operational structure

• Monthly and annual transaction volume

• Risk exposure and regulatory requirements

• Budget and cost considerations

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Based on this assessment, we recommend the most suitable screening tool that offers the optimal balance between:

• Accuracy and database coverage

• System capabilities and usability

• Cost-efficiency

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Access to Competitive Market Options

Due to our strong and well-established relationships within the AML compliance ecosystem, we are able to:

• Connect you with trusted and recognized screening providers

• Provide access to preferential and competitive pricing

• Ensure you avoid selecting tools that are either overpriced or not fit for purpose

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Why This Matters

Selecting the wrong screening tool can lead to:

• Ineffective sanctions and PEP detection

• Operational inefficiencies

• Increased regulatory risk

• Unnecessary costs

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Our role is to ensure that your organization implements a reliable, efficient, and regulator-aligned screening solution tailored to your actual needs.

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The Result

Through our support, your organization will:

• Fully comply with sanctions and PEP screening regulatory requirements

• Implement a fit-for-purpose screening system

• Optimize costs while maintaining high-quality compliance standards

• Be well-prepared for regulatory inspections and audits