AML Compliance Workshop in Cyprus | CySEC | EU 6AMLD | FATF | Shipping | Digital Assets | Sanctions
AML compliance is a critical regulatory obligation for every CySEC-regulated entity and financial institution operating in Cyprus. Shasat’s two-day AML Compliance Workshop in Cyprus covers CySEC AML requirements, Central Bank of Cyprus guidelines, Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Activities Law Cyprus, EU 6th AML Directive obligations, and FATF recommendations. Furthermore, it addresses the unique AML challenges of Cyprus’s shipping sector, international business companies, and cross-border financial structures.
This workshop is particularly relevant for compliance professionals operating under CySEC and Central Bank of Cyprus supervision. Cyprus is an EU member state and a major international financial and shipping centre with significant cross-border financial flows. Consequently, maintaining effective AML controls is a regulatory and business imperative for every bank, investment firm, insurance company, shipping company, and professional services firm in Cyprus.
The programme addresses the full spectrum of AML, CFT, and CPF compliance obligations. Specifically, it covers customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership verification, transaction monitoring, and Suspicious Transaction Report obligations to the Cyprus Unit for Combating Money Laundering MOKAS. Additionally, the workshop covers digital assets compliance under FATF Travel Rule, DeFi risks, and sanctions compliance under EU sanctions frameworks, OFAC, and UN Security Council obligations.
Whether you are strengthening your institution’s CySEC AML compliance programme, preparing for regulatory examination, or developing enterprise-wide financial crime controls, this workshop equips you with the practical knowledge and regulatory depth needed to protect your organisation and maintain compliance across Cyprus and the European Union.
Key Learning Features
- CySEC AML regulatory requirements, Central Bank of Cyprus AML guidelines, and Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Activities Law Cyprus
- EU 6th AML Directive obligations, new EU AMLA supervisory framework, and cross-border EU AML compliance for Cyprus-regulated entities
- FATF recommendations, MONEYVAL mutual evaluation requirements, and risk-based approach for Cyprus-regulated organisations
- AML, CFT, and Counter Proliferation Financing CPF frameworks and their practical application for CySEC-regulated entities
- Customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and beneficial ownership verification under CySEC and EU AML standards
- Suspicious Transaction Report obligations to MOKAS Cyprus Unit for Combating Money Laundering and SAR best practice
- Shipping sector AML compliance, maritime financial crime risks, and cross-border vessel financing AML obligations
- Digital assets and cryptocurrency AML compliance under FATF Travel Rule and EU MiCA regulation for Cyprus-based entities
- EU sanctions frameworks, OFAC secondary sanctions, and UN Security Council screening for Cyprus-regulated institutions
- Sector-specific AML strategies for CySEC-regulated investment firms, banks, insurance companies, shipping companies, real estate, and legal and accounting professionals
2-Day AML Compliance Workshop | Global Training Locations
Shasat delivers this 2-Day AML Compliance Workshop across major global financial centres, providing in-depth coverage of AML, CFT, and CPF frameworks, practical case studies, and hands-on compliance skills. In addition to Cyprus, upcoming programmes are available in:
London | Dubai | Singapore | Bermuda | Las Vegas | Riga | Zurich | Sydney | Mumbai | Mexico City | Nairobi | Istanbul | Manila | Cape Town | Rio de Janeiro | New York | Brussels | Online Masterclass | Crypto AML | Online Certification
Furthermore, all in-person programmes are available as dedicated in-house engagements tailored to your organisation’s specific regulatory environment. Contact us to discuss upcoming dates and group booking options.
For More Information
Join our International Anti-Money Laundering Workshop! Gain essential skills to manage AML risks and enhance compliance in your organization. Our 2-day program covers strategies, real-life case studies, and industry insights. Open to professionals across fields. For details and registration, contact our customer service team.
Instructor Bio
The course instructor will be one of our highly experienced faculty members.
Our Faculty: Expertise That Drives Success
Shasat is proud to have over 30 world-renowned faculty members, each an expert in their respective fields, who share their hands-on implementation experience through our technical and professional development programs.
This programme is led by one of Shasat’s distinguished Anti-Money Laundering specialists, renowned for advising banks, insurers, payment institutions, and large corporates on the design, implementation, and enhancement of AML frameworks. With deep expertise in customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, suspicious activity reporting, EU AML Directives (AMLD), and enterprise-wide financial crime risk assessments, the instructor brings a powerful blend of regulatory insight and practical experience. Backed by extensive knowledge of FATF standards, UK MLR requirements, EU AMLD expectations, and international supervisory practices, the speaker provides a global, real-world perspective on how effective AML controls link to governance, risk management, fraud prevention, and regulatory reporting—equipping participants to elevate their organisation’s financial-crime resilience.
Our faculty combine real-world expertise with academic rigor, ensuring every session is interactive, relevant, and outcomes-driven. Participants gain practical tools, case-based insights, and strategic frameworks that can be immediately applied to enhance sustainability reporting and corporate governance within their organisations.
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Course Description
- Day 1 — Regulatory Frameworks and Cyprus AML Compliance
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- CySEC AML regulatory requirements, Central Bank of Cyprus AML guidelines, and Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Activities Law Cyprus for Cyprus-regulated entities
- Cyprus Unit for Combating Money Laundering MOKAS suspicious transaction reporting obligations and STR filing best practice
- EU 6th AML Directive obligations, new EU AMLA supervisory framework, and implications for Cyprus as an EU member state
- MONEYVAL Council of Europe AML mutual evaluation requirements and Cyprus compliance priorities
- FATF recommendations, risk-based approach, and international AML standards for Cyprus-regulated organisations
- AML, Counter Financing of Terrorism CFT, and Counter Proliferation Financing CPF frameworks for CySEC-regulated entities
- Beneficial ownership verification, Cyprus beneficial ownership register requirements, and complex corporate and trust structure identification
- Sector-specific AML obligations for CySEC investment firms, banks, insurance companies, shipping companies, real estate, legal, and accounting professionals
- Customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, simplified due diligence, and KYC framework under CySEC and EU AML standards
- Enterprise-wide AML risk assessments and risk scoring methodologies aligned with CySEC and Central Bank of Cyprus expectations
- Day 2 — Emerging Risks, Investigations, and Governance
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- Shipping sector AML compliance, maritime financial crime typologies, vessel financing AML obligations, and ship management company compliance
- EU MiCA Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation AML obligations for Cyprus-based crypto-asset service providers
- FATF Travel Rule implementation for Cyprus digital asset businesses and cryptocurrency AML red flags
- DeFi decentralised finance risks and NFT-related financial crime typologies in the Cyprus context
- EU sanctions frameworks, OFAC secondary sanctions implications for Cyprus banks, and UN Security Council screening
- CPF compliance — identifying proliferation financing risks, red flags, and Cyprus obligations under UN Security Council sanctions
- PEP identification, enhanced monitoring, and management for Cyprus and Eastern Mediterranean cross-border client relationships
- Transaction monitoring systems, Cyprus-specific money laundering typologies, and international business company financial crime red flags
- MOKAS suspicious transaction reporting obligations and SAR filing best practice for Cyprus-regulated entities
- Case studies from major Cyprus and European financial crime enforcement actions and CySEC AML compliance failures
- Interrelationship between AML, CFT, CPF, anti-bribery, fraud prevention, and financial crime frameworks for CySEC-regulated entities
- Governance structures, compliance-first culture, and cross-functional AML collaboration within Cyprus-regulated organisations
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Why you must attend?
AML non-compliance carries severe consequences for CySEC-regulated entities and financial institutions in Cyprus. CySEC enforcement actions, Central Bank of Cyprus penalties, and reputational damage from financial crime failures can be existential for investment firms, banks, insurance companies, and professional services firms. For MLCOs, compliance officers, and senior executives, staying ahead of evolving AML, CFT, and CPF obligations is not optional. It is a regulatory and business imperative.
The AML compliance landscape in Cyprus has never been more demanding. CySEC has significantly strengthened its AML supervisory expectations for investment firms and payment institutions. The new EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority AMLA is reshaping supervision across all EU member states including Cyprus. MONEYVAL continues to monitor Cyprus’s AML framework effectiveness with heightened scrutiny. Furthermore, EU MiCA regulation has introduced new AML obligations for Cyprus-based crypto-asset service providers. Additionally, OFAC secondary sanctions implications for Cyprus banks managing cross-border financial structures are increasingly complex.
Shasat’s two-day AML Compliance Workshop in Cyprus addresses these challenges directly and practically. Participants gain in-depth knowledge of CySEC requirements, Central Bank of Cyprus guidelines, Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Activities Law Cyprus, and FATF recommendations alongside hands-on application of customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership verification, and Suspicious Transaction Report obligations to MOKAS. Real-life case studies from major Cyprus and European financial crime enforcement actions provide practical context for strengthening controls.
Delivered by internationally experienced AML practitioners with direct advisory experience across CySEC-regulated investment firms, banks, and professional services firms, every session combines Cyprus regulatory rigour with global compliance insight drawn from Shasat’s 70-city worldwide delivery. Participants leave with the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen AML controls and respond confidently to CySEC and Central Bank of Cyprus scrutiny.
Teaching methodology
The training program will employ a comprehensive and engaging approach to learning, designed to deliver maximum impact and retention. The methodology includes:
- A user-friendly slide deck that presents the concepts, methodologies, and principles in a clear and concise manner, making the material easily accessible to all attendees.
- Interactive sessions featuring real-life case studies to provide hands-on experience and bring the material to life.
- Explanations of concepts and methodologies through the use of examples and distinct scenarios, allow attendees to understand the material in context.
- Group exercises designed to illustrate accounting principles, encouraging collaboration, and fostering a deeper understanding of the material.
- Access to additional course material and handouts, ensuring attendees have a comprehensive reference resource to support their learning.
- An open and inclusive atmosphere that encourages attendees to ask questions and engage in discussion, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material.
The combination of these elements creates a dynamic and engaging learning experience that will support the professional development of all attendees.
Who Should attend?
This program is designed for a wide range of professionals and practitioners who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of AML and CFT practices, regardless of their industry or sector. This includes professionals from compliance, risk management, legal and regulatory affairs, accounting and audit, financial crime prevention, and financial services. Executives from fintech, gambling industry, real estate, and other relevant sectors are also welcome to attend. The program is tailored to provide attendees with practical insights and knowledge that are applicable across various industries and jurisdictions. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this program will help you stay up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in AML and CFT.
Feedback
Upon completion of the course, all delegates will receive an evaluation questionnaire aimed at gathering valuable feedback. This feedback is crucial to Shasat’s ongoing commitment to improving the quality of its learning solutions. By analyzing the trends in the responses, we are able to continuously enhance and refine our offerings to meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Venue & other info
Our training programs take place at the most prestigious professional training facilities in the city. Our venues have been meticulously chosen and expertly crafted to deliver an unparalleled and sophisticated learning experience. To further elevate your training journey, we will offer an array of refreshments including gourmet tea/coffee, delectable snacks, and a sumptuous lunch to sustain you throughout the course. Your comfort and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. One week before the program begins, you will receive comprehensive joining instructions that include the exact venue details.
Please note that accommodation arrangements are the responsibility of the attendee.
Workshop Delivery (Online Programs)
The workshop will be delivered via the WebEx platform. Upon registration, all participants will receive comprehensive joining instructions for the live workshop. This fully virtual event will encompass a live-streamed presentation, personalized networking opportunities, interactive Q&A sessions, engaging polls, and post-event consultation to address specific concerns and support your continued growth.
In-Person Workshop
Please be advised that for all in-person training programs, joining instructions will be sent via email to registered participants one week prior to the program’s commencement. These instructions will provide comprehensive information regarding the venue location, date, and time, as well as other important details such as parking arrangements, dress code, and any necessary equipment or materials. Kindly ensure that you carefully review the joining instructions and follow the guidelines provided to ensure a smooth and well-organized experience during the program.
Changes to the conference
Shasat reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make modifications to the format, speakers, participants, content, venue location, program, or any other aspect of the conference, at any time and for any reason, without incurring any liability. This policy has been implemented due to recent events such as the Covid-19 pandemic and other jurisdictional restrictions. These modifications may include but are not limited to, changes necessitated by a Force Majeure Event
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Payment
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We kindly request that you take into consideration any associated bank fees when making your course fee payment. To ensure your participation in the program, payment must be received before the course date. Once we have received both payment and a completed registration form, we will confirm your enrollment in the program. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Group discount
Our company is proud to offer a group discount of 15% for organizations or individuals who book a course for 5 or more participants. To take advantage of this offer and receive a personalized group discount code, please reach out to our customer service desk at info@shasat.com. Our team will be delighted to assist you with the booking process and answer any questions you may have. With this group discount, you can invest in the professional development of your team and drive success for your organization. Don’t hesitate to contact us today to learn more.
Upon successful completion of the training course, each participant will receive a certificate of completion that attests to the number of hours spent in training and serves as a valuable representation of their dedication to professional development. The certificate is not only a symbol of their achievement but also serves as proof of continuous professional development (CPD) and demonstrates their commitment to staying current in their field. We believe that CPD is a crucial aspect of career advancement and personal growth, and are proud to provide our participants with this important document.
For further assistance, we invite you to contact our dedicated customer service team. Our experienced and knowledgeable representatives are available to answer any questions you may have and provide the support you need to make informed decisions. We are committed to ensuring that you have a positive experience and are here to help in any way we can. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at your convenience.
In-House Training
Enhance your team’s skills and drive success for your business with our custom In-house training program. Our tailored approach aligns with your specific business needs, offering a cost and time-efficient solution for upskilling your employees. This not only improves their productivity but also positions your company as a competitive force in the market. Transform your investment in employee development into tangible results by choosing our In-house training option. To discuss and learn more about our services, please don’t hesitate to contact our training desk. We’re ready to help you create a bespoke program that’s just right for you.
