AML Compliant Director Service - UK Corporate Compliance Support

An AML compliant director service helps UK companies and overseas business owners manage director-related administration while meeting applicable anti-money laundering and corporate compliance requirements. This is particularly relevant when professional corporate service providers are involved in company formation, identity verification or ongoing company administration.

What Does AML Compliant Mean?

AML stands for anti-money laundering. UK anti-money laundering rules require relevant businesses and professionals to carry out appropriate customer due diligence, verify identities and manage money laundering risks.

For corporate services, AML compliance is particularly important where a provider is carrying out regulated activities such as company formation or Companies House identity verification through Authorised Corporate Service Provider arrangements.

What Can an AML Compliant Director Service Include?

Depending on the provider and the company's circumstances, support may include:

• Director identity verification

• Customer due diligence

• Proof of identity checks

• Beneficial ownership checks

• Companies House personal code support

• Director appointment administration

• Companies House filings

• PSC verification support

• Corporate record administration

• Registered office coordination

• Ongoing compliance monitoring

An Authorised Corporate Service Provider must be registered with Companies House and supervised by a UK anti-money laundering supervisory body.

AML Checks for UK Company Directors

AML checks are designed to establish who a client is and understand the risks associated with a business relationship.

Where an ACSP carries out Companies House identity verification, it must follow the applicable verification requirements and keep records of identity checks for seven years. 

This is separate from the director's legal responsibilities to the company. A director remains responsible for complying with company law and ensuring required filings are submitted accurately and on time.

Director Identity Verification and Personal Codes

Companies House identity verification is now a legal requirement for directors and PSCs under the new corporate transparency requirements.

After successful verification, the individual receives a Companies House personal code. The code is used to connect the verified identity with the person's company roles when required. 

An AML compliant director service can therefore be useful for coordinating identity checks with the wider company administration process.

Support for Overseas Directors

International entrepreneurs and investors can also require director compliance support when managing UK companies from abroad.

An ACSP can verify an individual's identity from outside the UK, provided the provider meets the relevant Companies House and UK AML requirements. 

This can make professional support useful for non-resident directors, overseas property investors and international businesses operating through UK companies.

Fraser Bond AML Compliant Director Service

Fraser Bond provides practical UK corporate and property consultancy support for directors, investors and businesses.

Our AML compliant director support can assist with identity verification, Companies House personal code requirements, director administration, corporate filings and related compliance processes.

Where an ACSP service is required, businesses should ensure the relevant provider is properly registered with Companies House and supervised by an appropriate UK AML body.

Get AML Compliant Director Support

If you need help with director verification, Companies House requirements or AML-related corporate administration, Fraser Bond can provide practical support tailored to your UK company or business structure.