Knowledge
Understanding the revised Anti-Money Laundering Act
Background on the 2026 AMLA revision, newly covered activities and the duties that may arise if the Act applies.
What changes on 1 October 2026?
The revised Anti-Money Laundering Act and the Act on the Transparency of Legal Entities enter into force on 1 October 2026. Certain professional advisory services may be newly covered. The focus is on higher-risk activities involving real-estate transactions and the formation, structuring, management, domiciliation and transfer of certain legal entities.
Check applicability
The actual activity, whether it is carried out professionally and any exemptions matter more than the job title or sector.
Assess a transaction
Even where the business is not generally covered, an individual activity or transaction may require closer assessment.
Identify suitable SROs
Financial intermediaries subject to the AMLA generally have to join a recognised self-regulatory organisation.
Read specialist articles
In-depth articles explain the revision, applicability, real-estate transactions, legal entities and practical implementation.
From initial assessment to implementation
An initial assessment does not answer every detailed question. Businesses need to map services and processes, assign responsibilities, identify clients and beneficial owners, assess risks, check sanctions lists and document decisions in a traceable manner.
Legal status: 4 August 2026. The platform relies on official information from the Swiss Confederation and FINMA. It does not replace advice on an individual case.