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Specialist articles on the Anti-Money Laundering Act
In-depth, practical articles on the 2026 AMLA revision, applicability to businesses and implementation of anti-money laundering duties.
The specialist articles explain key questions about the AMLA revision and refer to official sources.
Am I subject to the Swiss AMLA? Activities, thresholds and exemptions
A structured review of the actual activity, professional scale and exemptions determines whether a business is subject to the Swiss AMLA.
AMLA compliance in practice: organisation, client files and ongoing controls
AMLA applicability requires clear responsibility, client identification, risk assessment, sanctions screening, file management and periodic controls.
Non-operating legal entities: AMLA risks in formation, management and domicile
Formation, management, domiciliation and transfer of non-operating legal entities may trigger new Swiss AMLA duties from October 2026.
Real estate transactions and the Swiss AMLA: when advice becomes relevant
From October 2026, certain professional services involving real estate may raise new AMLA questions. Role, payment flow and professional scale are decisive.
Swiss AMLA revision 2026: what changes on 1 October 2026?
The 2026 AMLA revision broadens the scope, introduces the transparency register and requires affected businesses to prepare systematic compliance processes.