AML Red Flags You Shouldn't Ignore
- Arne Mielken
- Jul 4
- 4 min read
AML lapses can sink your business fast. Learn the red flags, enforcement trends, and how to bulletproof your compliance program now.
Introduction
In a world of fast money and faster enforcement, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) is no longer just a banking issue—it's a business-critical compliance function across all sectors. Whether you're exporting dual-use goods to Iran, managing Russian sanctions exposure, or navigating UK or EU regulatory frameworks, the failure to identify AML red flags can mean not just hefty fines, but reputational ruin. This article is for sanctions professionals, compliance officers, and exporters who want to stay ahead of risk.
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Key Questions Covered in This Blog
What are the red flags for AML that every trade compliance team should recognise?
How does AML intersect with Export Controls and Sanctions compliance in the EU, UK, and US?
What are recent AML enforcement trends, and how are regulators coordinating across borders?
What steps can you take now to ensure AML compliance within your sanctions and trade framework?
"AML is the silent killer of weak compliance programs. Ignore the red flags and you won’t just lose your license—you might lose your company."Arne Mielken, Managing Director, Customs Manager Ltd
Abbreviations Used In This Blog
AML – Anti-Money Laundering
OFAC – Office of Foreign Assets Control (USA)
OFSI – Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (UK)
FATF – Financial Action Task Force
CDD – Customer Due Diligence
SAR – Suspicious Activity Report
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What are the red flags for AML that every trade compliance team should recognise?
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