Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) in Pakistan — including real estate agents, jewelers, accountants, lawyers, and dealers in precious metals — are legally required to register with the relevant regulator and implement Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) compliance frameworks. Butt Law Associates provides end-to-end DNFBP registration and compliance support.
Under Pakistan's Anti-Money Laundering Act 2010 (AMLA) and Financial Monitoring Unit (FMU) regulations, DNFBPs must register with their designated supervising body, conduct customer due diligence (CDD/KYC), maintain transaction records, file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), and implement internal AML/CTF policies. Non-compliance results in heavy fines and criminal liability.
Our streamlined process ensures your application is handled professionally at every stage — with full transparency and zero hassle on your end.
To begin your DNFBP Registration & AML Compliance, please arrange the following documents. All documents can be submitted digitally via WhatsApp or email — no in-person visit required.
Upon successful completion of your DNFBP Registration & AML Compliance, we deliver the following official documents and credentials to you:
Common questions about DNFBP Registration & AML Compliance — answered by our legal experts.
DNFBPs include: real estate agents and developers, dealers in precious metals/stones and jewellery, accountants, lawyers, notaries, trust and company service providers, and casinos.
Non-registered DNFBPs face fines up to Rs. 25 million, business closure orders, and criminal prosecution under AMLA 2010.
Yes. Registered DNFBPs must file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to FMU and maintain comprehensive transaction records for at least 5 years.
