AML Advisory
Compliance with local and European anti-money laundering laws.
Protect your business from regulatory risks. We help you meet all Maltese and European compliance requirements reliably – from initial analysis to ongoing support.
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Julian Sammut
Head of Risk & Compliance
Companies in Malta face strict regulatory requirements – particularly regarding AML, risk assessment, sanctions screening, and due diligence. Getting this right is critical to avoiding fines, legal issues, and reputational damage.
We support businesses across both regulated and non-regulated sectors in meeting their legal obligations securely, efficiently, and transparently. We provide clear recommendations, in-depth analysis, and professional verification of all relevant compliance data.
Whether you are a financial service provider, a Corporate Service Provider (CSP), or a gaming company: our compliance advisory is based on the European AML standards of the 5th EU Anti-Money Laundering Directive and is constantly updated to reflect new regulations.
Sanctions List Screening: Checking shareholders, directors, and entities against international sanctions lists.
Adverse Media Checks: Analysis of public databases and media sources regarding individuals and companies.
PEP Analysis: Identifying Politically Exposed Persons and determining specific courses of action.
Risk Assessment: Evaluation of country, business, and transaction risks according to current standards.
Document and Identity Verification: Verifying ID documents for authenticity, manipulation, and completeness.
Source of Wealth & Funds Analysis: Collection and verification of relevant evidence regarding Source of Funds and Source of Wealth.
Which industries do you provide compliance services for?
For companies in all regulated and non-regulated sectors – particularly financial service providers, CSPs, real estate agents, auditors, and gaming companies.
What AML regulations apply in Malta?
Malta follows the 5th EU Anti-Money Laundering Directive. This includes KYC obligations, risk analyses, document verification, and ongoing monitoring of business relationships.
Do you also screen business partners?
Yes. We screen both individuals and legal entities – as well as their ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) – against sanctions lists, PEP databases, and public sources.
Can you support companies over the long term?
Yes. We offer ongoing compliance support, including monitoring, data updates, and regular re-evaluation of your risk profile.
Do you create reports for auditors or authorities?
Absolutely. We provide complete, audit-proof documentation that meets the requirements of auditors and Maltese supervisory authorities.
What happens when regulatory requirements change?
We track all relevant changes in the Maltese and European regulatory environment and inform you proactively. We then adapt existing processes accordingly.
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Compliance with local and European anti-money laundering laws.
Identification of Politically Exposed Persons.
Evaluation of transactions and business relationships.
Verification of identity and business documents.
Advisory on detecting suspicious activities.
Analysis of Source of Funds and Source of Wealth.
Support with legal requirements and reporting obligations.
Monitoring and regular updates.
Analysis of your compliance needs and creation of a tailored plan. Always free of charge.
Collection and review of all relevant documentation and proof of identity.
Risk assessment and implementation of all AML and KYC requirements.
Creation of a detailed compliance report with recommendations and concrete measures.
Continuous monitoring and assistance with changing regulatory requirements.

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Corporate Services at DW&P Dr. Werner & Partners are provided by DW&P Services Ltd. (C 103208) which is regulated by the MFSA and is licensed under Authorised Person ID: DSER-23577 to carry out the activities of a Class C CSP in terms of the Company Services Providers Act (Cap. 529 of the Laws of Malta).