FIAU Publishes AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027, setting out the supervisory priorities, focus areas, and compliance monitoring…
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SMB issues comprehensive guidance on Implementing Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
The Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published new guidance on the implementation of Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act (Chapter 653…
MBR implements significant beneficial ownership reforms following entry into force of Legal Notice 184 of 2026
The Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced the entry into force of the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 through Legal…
FIAU publishes 2025 Annual Report
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its 2025 Annual Report, outlining developments across Malta’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework during the…
FIAU publishes strategic analysis on the Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published a strategic analysis paper, “The Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta: An FIAU Perspective”, examining suspicious…
FIAU revises Implementing Procedures Part I
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has issued a revised version of the Implementing Procedures Part I (IPs Part I), introducing amendments to beneficial…
Malta Introduces Amendments to the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations
Legal Notices 82 and 83 of 2026 amend the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations, introducing settlement agreements and widening the definition of competent authority.
Malta overhauls the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
On 14 November 2025, Malta enacted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act, 2025 (Act No. XXXV of 2025), repealing and replacing the previous…
FIAU Publishes AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027, setting out the supervisory priorities, focus areas, and compliance monitoring…
MBR implements significant beneficial ownership reforms following entry into force of Legal Notice 184 of 2026
The Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced the entry into force of the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 through Legal…
FIAU publishes 2025 Annual Report
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its 2025 Annual Report, outlining developments across Malta’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework during the…
FIAU publishes strategic analysis on the Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published a strategic analysis paper, “The Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta: An FIAU Perspective”, examining suspicious…
FIAU revises Implementing Procedures Part I
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has issued a revised version of the Implementing Procedures Part I (IPs Part I), introducing amendments to beneficial…
Malta Introduces Amendments to the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations
Legal Notices 82 and 83 of 2026 amend the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations, introducing settlement agreements and widening the definition of competent authority.
FIAU Publishes AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027, setting out the supervisory priorities, focus areas, and compliance monitoring…
FIAU publishes 2025 Annual Report
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its 2025 Annual Report, outlining developments across Malta’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework during the…
FIAU publishes strategic analysis on the Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published a strategic analysis paper, “The Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta: An FIAU Perspective”, examining suspicious…
FIAU revises Implementing Procedures Part I
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has issued a revised version of the Implementing Procedures Part I (IPs Part I), introducing amendments to beneficial…
Malta Introduces Amendments to the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations
Legal Notices 82 and 83 of 2026 amend the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations, introducing settlement agreements and widening the definition of competent authority.
SMB issues comprehensive guidance on Implementing Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
The Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published new guidance on the implementation of Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act (Chapter 653…
Malta overhauls the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
On 14 November 2025, Malta enacted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act, 2025 (Act No. XXXV of 2025), repealing and replacing the previous…
Malta Introduces Amendments to the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations
Legal Notices 82 and 83 of 2026 amend the PMLFTR and CBAR Regulations, introducing settlement agreements and widening the definition of competent authority.
Malta overhauls the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
On 14 November 2025, Malta enacted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act, 2025 (Act No. XXXV of 2025), repealing and replacing the previous…
SMB issues comprehensive guidance on Implementing Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
The Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published new guidance on the implementation of Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act (Chapter 653…
Malta overhauls the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
On 14 November 2025, Malta enacted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act, 2025 (Act No. XXXV of 2025), repealing and replacing the previous…
Malta overhauls the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
On 14 November 2025, Malta enacted the revised National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act, 2025 (Act No. XXXV of 2025), repealing and replacing the previous…
FIAU revises Implementing Procedures Part I
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has issued a revised version of the Implementing Procedures Part I (IPs Part I), introducing amendments to beneficial…
FIAU publishes strategic analysis on the Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published a strategic analysis paper, “The Landscape of Organised Crime in Malta: An FIAU Perspective”, examining suspicious…
FIAU publishes 2025 Annual Report
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its 2025 Annual Report, outlining developments across Malta’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework during the…
MBR implements significant beneficial ownership reforms following entry into force of Legal Notice 184 of 2026
The Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced the entry into force of the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 through Legal…
MBR implements significant beneficial ownership reforms following entry into force of Legal Notice 184 of 2026
The Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced the entry into force of the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 through Legal…
MBR implements significant beneficial ownership reforms following entry into force of Legal Notice 184 of 2026
The Malta Business Registry (MBR) has announced the entry into force of the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 through Legal…
SMB issues comprehensive guidance on Implementing Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act
The Sanctions Monitoring Board (SMB) has published new guidance on the implementation of Article 32 of the National Interest (Enabling Powers) Act (Chapter 653…
FIAU Publishes AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027
The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU) has published its AML/CFT Supervisory Plan for 2026-2027, setting out the supervisory priorities, focus areas, and compliance monitoring…
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NIA Article 32 Simplified | Rule 2: Know Your Customer
Sanctions KYC asks a different question from AML KYC: who is really behind the relationship, could a designated person benefit, and does the 50% rule apply?
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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NIA Article 32 Simplified | Rule 1: Sanctions Risk Assessment
When people think about sanctions risk, they often picture banks processing international payments or multinational trading companies dealing with restricted jurisdictions. However,…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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AMLA, MONEYVAL and the Future of AML/CFT Compliance: Key Takeaways for Maltese Subject Persons
This article originates from a Meet the Regulator session organised by the Malta Institute of Accountants together with the FIAU on 1…
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10 Years of Trust, Excellence and Commitment
This year marks a significant milestone for Komply as we celebrate our 10th anniversary. Ten years ago, Karen and Stephen set out…
