AML/CFT and Sanctions Notices 3083, 3075: May 2026

Regulatory notices do not end with publication. They begin with interpretation, implementation, and evidence.

The latest developments issued by the Central Bank of the UAE, together with recent alerts from OFAC and FinCEN, have introduced fresh considerations for AML/CFT frameworks, sanctions controls, transaction monitoring, and governance arrangements. For Financial Institutions, the focus now shifts from understanding what has changed to determining what needs to be reviewed, updated, and strengthened. 

We recently hosted a discussion on the implications of the latest AML/CFT and sanctions developments and the considerations they present for banks, exchange houses, and insurance companies as they strengthen their regulatory readiness. 

During the session, our speakers explored: 

• The implications of CBUAE Notice 3083 and the updated AML/CFT Guidelines 

• Expectations arising from CBUAE Notice 3075 and recent sanctions programme developments 

• Emerging Iran and IRGC-related typologies highlighted by OFAC and FinCEN 

• The impact on sanctions screening and transaction monitoring controls 

• Sector-specific considerations for banks, exchange houses, and insurance companies.
  
  

   

The discussion reinforced an important point: regulatory expectations do not end with understanding the changes. They extend to assessing their implications and considering how they translate into policies, controls, and governance frameworks