AML/CTF Reforms Now In Effect

AML/CTF Compliance.
Simplified.

Australia's AML/CTF framework has expanded. Tell us where you stand and we'll point you to the right service — takes 10 seconds.

Step 1 of 2 — Are you an existing or new reporting entity?
6 Sectors
Covered — Tailored Guidance for Each
100%
Australian-Built & Operated
1 Jul 2026
Tranche 2 Obligations Start
12 months
Ongoing Support Included
The Reforms Are Here

Australia's AML/CTF Laws Have Changed. Are You Ready?

The AML/CTF Act now covers thousands of new businesses — including accountants, lawyers, real estate agents, and financial advisers. If you provide a designated service, you have legal obligations.

New Reporting Entities

Tranche 2 reforms have brought accountants, lawyers, real estate agents, and more under the AML/CTF Act. You must enrol with AUSTRAC and comply.

Compliance Deadlines

Phased deadlines are now in place. Failing to establish an AML/CTF Program, conduct risk assessments, or report suspicious matters carries serious penalties.

AUSTRAC Enforcement

AUSTRAC actively enforces compliance. Civil penalties can reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Proactive compliance — not reactive — is the only safe approach.

Ongoing Obligations

AML/CTF compliance isn't a one-time exercise. It requires regular reviews, staff training, transaction monitoring, and annual reporting — every year.

Your AML/CTF Obligations

Here's Everything You're Required to Do

As a reporting entity, you must establish and maintain an AML/CTF Program. Here's what that actually means in practice.

Framework Documents
ML/TF/PF Risk Assessment
AML/CTF Policy Document
AML/CTF Process Document
Program Review & Updates
Personnel & Governance
Compliance Officer Appointment
Personnel Due Diligence
Responsibilities Register
Ongoing Staff Oversight
Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
Initial CDD — Individuals, Companies & Trusts
Beneficial Owner Identification
PEP & Sanctions Screening
Enhanced Due Diligence (High Risk)
Ongoing Customer Monitoring
Customer Risk Ratings
AUSTRAC Reporting
Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs)
Threshold Transaction Reports (TTRs)
Cross-Border Movement Reports
Annual Compliance Report (ACR)
Registers & Training
Initial Staff AML/CTF Training
Annual Refresher Training
Training Register & Records
Escalation & Suspicious Matter Log
Transaction Monitoring Records
Document Retention & Audit Trail

That's a lot. That's exactly why independent expertise helps.

Whether you need us to evaluate an existing program or build a new one from scratch, we handle the detail so you don't have to guess what you need, when you need it.

Independent Evaluation AML Starter Kit
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Everything You Need, In One Place

Choose the right starting point for your business — then manage ongoing compliance with the portal if you'd like to.

Existing Reporting Entities

AML Program Independent Evaluation

An independent, objective assessment of your AML/CTF Program — a Design Evaluation focused on 2026 reform alignment, or a Full Evaluation of design and operational effectiveness.

  • Program design assessment against 2026 reforms
  • Operational effectiveness review (Full Evaluation)
  • ML/TF risk assessment review
  • Gap analysis & recommendations
  • 12 months ongoing support included
  • Meets AUSTRAC best practice guidance
Learn About Independent Evaluations
New / Tranche 2 Entities

AML Starter Kit Implementation

The complete setup for new reporting entities building an AML/CTF Program from scratch — tailored to your sector, ready before the 1 July 2026 deadline.

  • ML/TF/PF risk assessment
  • AML/CTF policy & procedures
  • Risk awareness training plan
  • Guidance through AUSTRAC enrolment
  • 12 months ongoing support included
  • Tailored to your business and sector
Learn About the AML Starter Kit
Self-Managed

AML Compliance Portal

Once your program is in place, manage it day-to-day in our portal — documents, forms, trackers, registers, and reporting tools in one place.

  • Framework document builder with audit trail
  • Intelligent customer due diligence forms
  • Escalation & training registers
  • Tracker with cloud storage linking
  • Team collaboration — unlimited users
  • From $800/year, 1 month free
Learn About the Portal
Pricing

Transparent, Affordable Pricing

Fixed-fee evaluations and starter kits, priced to compete — plus a $800/year portal if you want to self-manage ongoing compliance.

From

Design Evaluation

$3,500

  • 2026 reform alignment review
  • Gap analysis & recommendations
  • 12 months ongoing support
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From

Full Evaluation

$4,500

  • Design + operational assessment
  • Risk assessment review
  • 12 months ongoing support
View Details
Prefer to Self-Manage?
AML Compliance Portal — $800/year, 1 month free
Also available: a white-label Enterprise Plan for associations, franchisors & consultants
CDD Outsourcing
In Partnership with iDeed's ARCaml

Customer Due Diligence, Outsourced

We've partnered with iDeed's ARCaml to deliver CDDaaS — enabling you to meet your AML/CTF CDD obligations efficiently and with confidence.

KYC/KYB identity & business verification
Beneficial ownership identification
PEP & sanctions screening
Customer risk rating
Record keeping & AUSTRAC reporting
Learn About CDDaaS
Identity Verification

KYC/KYB checks for individuals and businesses — fast, accurate, and fully compliant.

Beneficial Ownership

Full beneficial owner mapping and verification, including complex corporate structures.

PEP & Sanctions

Real-time screening against PEP lists and international sanctions databases.

Risk Assessment

Automated customer risk ratings, with audit-ready records and AUSTRAC reporting support.

Why RUCK Compliance

Practical Experience. Local Insight. Real Value.

We're not a big consulting firm adding AML compliance to a long list of services. This is what we do — with the experience, local knowledge, and commitment to simplicity that sets us apart.

Practical Industry Experience

We bring operational know-how to the table — helping you make the right risk-based decisions without slowing down your business.

Local Insight, Global Awareness

As an Australian-based company, we have in-depth knowledge of Australia's AML landscape — while staying informed about international developments.

Competitive Excellence

Low costs and high standards — a cost-effective compliance solution without compromising on quality.

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