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AML/CFT Publications

Title	URL	Description
Guidance on the Implementation of an Effective Sanctions Compliance Programme	Link	Guidance on the Implementation of an Effective Sanctions Compliance Programme
QFIU Instructions on Implementing Suspicious Transactions Reporting Requirements	Link	QFIU’s guidance to all reporting entities – instructions on implementing suspicious transaction reporting requirements.
QFIU STR Form – Financial Institutions	Link Link	QFIU STR Forms for Financial Institutions.
QFIU STR Form – DNFBPs	Link Link	QFIU STR Forms for DNFBPs.
Guidance on completing the Q27 AML/CFT Return for Authorised Firms	Link	Guidance for Authorised Firms on completing the Form Q27. Presentation on Accessing the form Q27 and Guidance
Guidance on completing the Q27 AML/CFT Return for DNFBPs	Link	Guidance for DNFBPs on completing the Form Q27. Presentation on Accessing the form Q27 and Guidance
Guidance on the effective implementation of Targeted Financial Sanctions	Guide	This document provides guidance to firms on appropriate Policies, Procedures, Systems and Controls (PPSC) to screen their customers and their transactions against Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS).
Guidance for the AML/CFT Independent Review Report	Guide	Every two years, firms must submit an Independent Review Report (IRR) to the QFC Regulatory Authority. This document provides guidance to firms and the Independent Reviewer on matters to be covered in the IRR.
PPO Decision 1 of 2020	Guide	Public Prosecutor of the State of Qatar decision on regulating the Implementation Mechanisms of the Targeted Financial Sanctions related to Combatting the Financing of Terrorism and the Financing of the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction pursuant to UN Security Council Resolutions.
PPO Decision 59 of 2020	Guide	Public Prosecutor of the State of Qatar decision on promulgating Guidelines to the Effective Implementation of the Targeted Financial Sanctions Regime in the State of Qatar.
Guidance on Beneficial Ownership of Legal Persons and Legal Arrangements	Guide	This guidance indicates good industry practice through a proportionate, risk-based approach to beneficial ownership matters and assists firms to design and implement the necessary systems and controls.
Guidance on Correspondent Banking Services	Guide	This document provides guidance to firms on general principles and best practice in relation to correspondent banking services.
Guidance on Customer Due Diligence	Guide	This document provides practical guidance to firms on customer due diligence to assist with day-to-day compliance challenges and to provide examples of international best practice.
Guidance on the Risk Based Approach	Guide	This guidance indicates good industry practice in AML/CFT procedures through a proportionate, risk-based approach. A risk-based approach can effectively mitigate the risks of your firm being used in connection with money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
Guidance for Financial Institutions and DNFBPs on the Management of COVID-19 risks	Guide	This guidance addresses the main vulnerabilities that have been observed around the world regarding COVID-19, and the risk-based mitigation strategies that firms should employ.
Guidance for Financial Institutions and DNFBPs on Countering Proliferation Financing	Guide	This guidance covers proliferation financing threats, vulnerabilities, and risks, and highlights the relevant requirements for firms.

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