International AML Checks

Our AML (anti-money laundering) checks aren’t just limited to the UK. We can now conduct international AML checks on individuals and businesses, giving you greater control over your compliance.

Find out more and speak to a member of our expert team today.

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Bespoke services available in a range of different countries

Get instant results in no time

Unlike using traditional manual AML methods, our international AML business and individual checks will instantly give either a pass or fail grade, saving you much-needed time, money and resources.

Get instant results in no time

Unlike using traditional manual AML methods, our international AML business and individual checks will instantly give either a pass or fail ...

Centralise your compliance processes

Your AML compliance processes can be easily centralised into one place when integrating our powerful SmartSearch platform, using our tech and databases to free up more time for your team to tackle other important matters.

Centralise your compliance processes

Your AML compliance processes can be easily centralised into one place when integrating our powerful SmartSearch platform, using our tech ...

Individuals can be validated in over 40 countries

At the time of writing, individuals in over 40 countries can be validated by our automated software, backed by our full suite of tools and comprehensive compliance solutions.

Individuals can be validated in over 40 countries

At the time of writing, individuals in over 40 countries can be validated by our automated software, backed by our full suite of tools and ...

Business solutions are available in over 97 countries

We can also carry out international business reports in over 97 countries, navigating regulations between different nations to ensure full compliance is always met.

Business solutions are available in over 97 countries

We can also carry out international business reports in over 97 countries, navigating regulations between different nations to ensure full ...

The main features of our international AML checks

Our international AML checks work for both individuals and businesses, seeing our team carry out digital identity checks and international document verification to ensure you're always confident with your decisions. They're designed specifically to help modern companies comply with cross-border regulations and mitigate the risk of financial crimes occurring, such as fraud, money laundering and terrorism financing.

Every situation is different and we always aim to tailor our services to your own unique business needs. However, we have covered the following features you can expect when choosing SmartSearch for your international AML checks below.

However, we can tailor your International AML Checks package to the dedicated services your industry needs - just get in touch to find out more.

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Why should you use SmartSearch’s award-winning international AML checks?

SmartSearch’s international AML check software offers an efficient and comprehensive solution for organisations seeking to stay compliant with global anti-money laundering regulations.

Let's take a look at why our software stands out so much...

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See it in action

Let one of our highly-trained AML experts demonstrate the multi-award winning SmartSearch AML and compliance product.

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Key features of our international AML checks

There are several key features you should be aware of before committing to SmartSearch, offering a wide range of benefits for modern businesses and organisations:

  • Run checks on international clients
  • Real-time identity verification
  • Pass/refer results, processed instantly
  • A single customer journey
  • Validate individuals in over 40 countries
  • Easily access centralised results
  • Offered via browser or API
  • Automatic enhanced due diligence

Want to see how it all works? Book a demo today!

There’s a reason over 7,000 clients put their trust in us

We’re more than just an automated platform. SmartSearch will assist you with the design and implementation of a risk-based approach to suit your business. We’ll keep you up to date with ever-changing anti-money laundering regulations, and be your point of contact for any queries.
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The onboarding process has allowed us to enhance our user experience, whilst improving compliance oversight without the need for manual intervention.

Audit & Compliance Manager, Acasta Europe Limited
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The ease and efficiency of the AML checks made SmartSearch really stand out. We were particularly impressed with the automatic reporting feature that instantly downloaded to the back-office system to deliver a full audit-trail of our clients.

Arena Investment Management
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The SmartSearch system is easily accessible and very user-friendly. Customer service is excellent and any queries are met with a very quick and knowledgeable response.

Karen Hogan, Thorntons Investments

Serving professional AML regulated industries

Trusted by over 7,000 regulated businesses, SmartSearch's next-generation technology is the UK's leading solution for AML and risk management.

Ensuring Solicitors and Legal firms are AML compliant

Our AML and digital compliance solutions are trusted by 1 in 3 of the UK’s top 200 legal firms.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates
  • Enhance client relationships
  • Protect your reputation
  • Reduce compliance risk
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Innovative AML solutions for Accountants

SmartSearch provides award-winning AML and digital compliance solutions to 1 in 2 of the UK’s top 100 accountancy firms.
 
  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates
  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey
  • Streamline your onboarding process
 
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AML checks for Estate Agents & Property companies

Make anti-money laundering and digital compliance easy - over 1,000 property firms benefit from our award-winning solutions.
  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates
  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey
  • Streamline your onboarding process

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Delivering AML compliance for Financial Services firms

Trusted by over 2,000 financial services firms to meet KYC and compliance obligations set by the Financial Action Task Force.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey

  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance

AML technology for Investment Banking

Protect your investment firm and stay up-to-date with the latest compliance regulations for AML.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance
  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey
  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance

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AML solutions for Insurance firms

Keep your insurance firm safe from financial crime and ensure your compliance in-line with the latest guidance from the government.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey
  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance
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Innovative AML solutions for Gaming firms

Ensure safe gaming for your organisation with SmartSearch’s all-in-one AML platform.

  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey

  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance
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AML and compliance for Banking organisations

Prevent financial crime, ensure compliance with anti-money laundering requirements, and protect your firm’s reputation with SmartSearch.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey

  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance

AML solutions for Cryptocurrency firms

Prevent financial crime, ensure compliance with anti-money laundering requirements, and protect your firm’s reputation with SmartSearch.
  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Accelerate your customer onboarding without compromising on compliance

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey

  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance

AML and compliance technology for Property Development firms

Thanks to SmartSearch, it has never been easier for property developers and businesses to keep on top of their AML requirements. 
  • Experience hassle-free AML and compliance

  • Benefit from industry-leading pass rates

  • Deliver a frictionless customer journey
  • Streamline your onboarding process

 

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An intuitive user experience for all

At SmartSearch, we provide an intuitive user experience for all, making it easy for your team to implement your international AML checks and correctly interpret the results themselves, if required.

You can easily generate reports tailored to your business needs, ensuring you always have the most up-to-date information and documentation. We’ll also provide you with ongoing monitoring for both your clients and your transactions, sending you alerts directly if there are any changes to their risk profile. 

With this proactive approach, we aim to keep you one step ahead of any potential threats that could arise.

Find out more about our other AML solutions here.

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What are international AML checks?

AML checks are anti-money laundering checks carried out by businesses to ensure financial crimes like money laundering and terrorist financing are not carried out. International AML checks are used to verify the legitimacy of individuals, entities and transactions globally, preventing financial crimes and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

Learn more about our standard AML checks here.

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Training provided for your team

At SmartSearch, we can also offer full training for your team, ensuring they understand how to address and mitigate business risks. We offer flexible tailored training packages to educate your staff about the risks of money laundering, red flags, and just how important AML compliance is.

Stay up to date with the latest AML regulation changes

If you’d like to keep up to date with the latest AML regulation changes, you can view our insightful blog, providing you with a series of helpful guides that will make incorporating our platform into your company as simple as possible.

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Frequently asked questions

If you still have questions after reading through this page, please explore our FAQS below or feel free to contact us to find out more about our international AML checks.

International AML checks are extremely important for modern organisations, helping them to prevent fraud, comply with legal regulations and protect their reputation as a business.

Most businesses have the capacity to perform international AML checks if required, but the most common sectors are the banking, finance, insurance, real estate and legal fields - particularly those offering global services.

We recommend conducting international AML checks during the onboarding process, with annual checks administered each year. Ongoing monitoring should also be carried out to detect any possible changes.

See our international AML checks in action

Want to discover the benefits that our award-winning international AML check solutions can bring to your business? Get in touch for

  • An effortless, fully integrated AML platform.
  • A range of tailor-made solutions for several different sectors.
  • A professional, trusted service.