The UK government has now issued guidance on the use of digital ID verification. It is important that anyone doing digital ID verification reads this. We are sure that, for solicitors, the SRA and in the future the FCA for solicitors, accountants and others, will refer to this when carrying out AML audits.

Here is a link to their guidance when using digital identities with the Money Laundering Regulations: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/using-digital-identities-with-the-money-laundering-regulations/using-digital-identities-with-the-money-laundering-regulations

Here is a link to their guidance on how digital identity can support compliance with the UK’s Money Laundering Regulations: https://enablingdigitalidentity.blog.gov.uk/2026/02/26/how-digital-identity-can-support-compliance-with-the-uks-money-laundering-regulations/

Further AML & Financial Crime Assistance

We have a team of experts in this area who regularly provide guidance & assistance in AML & Sanctions compliance. They will review and draft documents, policies and procedures, help if you believe you may need to make a SAR (Suspicious Activity Report), review your Policies & Procedures, help if the SRA or FCA ask to do an Audit or inspection etc. We also carry our Independeent AML Audits. Contact us for more information by filling in the form below or email Ingemar Hunnings, our lead consultant at: [email protected]. Also see other specific service on this website.