How to Register Your Real Estate Company on goAML in the UAE (Step-by-Step Guide)

If you're a real estate broker or property firm operating in the UAE, goAML registration isn’t optional—it’s mandatory. Under UAE anti-money laundering (AML) laws, Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs), including real estate companies, must register on goAML and report suspicious transactions.

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through how to complete your goAML registration and avoid the common pitfalls that delay or block approval.

1. What is goAML Registration? 

goAML is a reporting system developed by the United Nations and implemented by the UAE’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). It is the official platform where real estate companies must submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).

Before using goAML, you must complete a two-part registration:

• SACM (Service Access Control Manager) — an access gateway
• goAML Portal — the reporting platform itself

2. Who Must Register? 

According to UAE regulations, the following must register:

• Real estate brokers and developers
• Dealers in precious metals and stones
• Auditors, accountants, and tax advisors
• Company formation and trust service providers (CSPs)

Failure to register can lead to:

• Regulatory fines (starting at AED 50,000)
• License suspension or non-renewal
• Difficulty maintaining bank accounts

3. Required Documents 

Before you begin, prepare these files in PDF format:

• Valid trade license
• Passport and Emirates ID of the authorized person
• Authorization letter (if the authorized person is not the license holder)
• Company email and mobile number
• Optional: company stamp and letterhead

4. Step-by-Step goAML Registration Process

- Step 1: SACM Registration

1. Visit the SACM Portal (Ministry of Economy site)
2. Log in using UAE Pass
3. Create an organization profile (if not already listed)
4. Assign user roles (compliance officer, preparer, submitter)
5. Submit request for access

- Step 2: goAML Portal Registration

1. After SACM is approved, access the goAML Portal
2. Complete organization details
3. Upload all required documents
4. Wait for verification (may take 1–2 weeks)
5. Once approved, you can start filing STRs/SARs

5. Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Wrong document formats (must be PDF)
• Mismatched names or expired IDs
• Using free or personal email domains (use company email)
• Skipping SACM and trying to register directly in goAML
• No compliance officer assigned

6. How InfoAML Helps Real Estate Companies Register 

While InfoAML doesn’t replace the goAML portal, we help you prepare and stay audit-ready:

•  Pre-built STR/SAR templates
•  Document upload trackers
•  Real-time risk alerts to flag suspicious behavior before goAML submission
•  Audit logs and compliance history
•  UAE-based support team familiar with goAML steps

We guide you from registration to reporting.

Conclusion: Getting registered with goAML isn’t difficult—but it must be done right. A single error or delay can cost you time, reputation, and even business continuity.

Whether you're applying for the first time or need to improve your process, InfoAML is here to help.

Download the Full goAML Registration Guide (PDF): Step-by-step instructions + screenshots to help your real estate business register with goAML easily.

Click here to download the Full goAML Registration Guide (PD​​​​F)

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