Compliance officer
Every reporting entity must appoint an AML/CTF compliance officer at management level who is resident in Australia and a fit and proper person. You must notify AUSTRAC of your compliance officer by 29 July 2026 or 14 days after enrolling, whichever is later.
All 8 AML/CTF obligations
Compliance officer guides by profession
Real estate professionals
Compliance officer guide for Real estate agents in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Accountants
Compliance officer guide for Accountants in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Lawyers
Compliance officer guide for Lawyers in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Conveyancers
Compliance officer guide for Conveyancers in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Dealers in precious metals, stones and products
Compliance officer guide for Precious metals & stones dealers in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Trust and company service providers
Compliance officer guide for Trust and company service providerss in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Virtual asset service providers
Compliance officer guide for Virtual asset service providerss in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Bookkeepers
Compliance officer guide for Bookkeeperss in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
Financial advisers
Compliance officer guide for Financial adviserss in Australia. AUSTRAC requirements, deadlines, and practical steps. Updated June 2026.
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