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As part of our AML Advisory Services we provide dedicated AML audit services in Romania designed to provide independent, documented assurance that your anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) framework meets both legal requirements and regulatory expectations. Our audits are conducted in accordance with Romanian Law no. 129/2019, EU AML Directives, and supervisory guidance from ONPCSB, BNR, and FATF.
Article 24(2) of Law 129/2019 requires all reporting entities to regularly assess the effectiveness of their AML/CFT internal controls. This obligation is not optional—it is a key pillar of the risk-based approach required under the EU AML Directives, and consistent with FATF recommendations.
Specifically, Article 24 of Romanian Law no. 129/2019, which requires reporting entities to maintain an independent audit function for testing the implementation and effectiveness of internal AML policies and controls. This requirement applies when, in the last completed financial year, the entity exceeds at least two of the following thresholds:
An AML Audit enables you to:
Validate compliance with legal duties imposed under Romanian and EU law
Test the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and internal controls
Identify weaknesses or gaps in due diligence, monitoring, or reporting systems
Demonstrate good faith in the event of an investigation or inspection
Prepare for regulatory audits by ONPCSB, BNR, or other authorities.
Our AML audit services in Romania are tailored to your business model, sector, and jurisdictional exposure. Whether you are a financial institution, DNFBP, gambling service provider, fin-tech, law firm, real estate agency, we provide a comprehensive audit plan that includes:
Audit scope definition & planning
Detailed testing and controls review
Documentation and record-keeping review
Governance and oversight assessment
Final report and actionable recommendations
AML audits are most effective when paired with ongoing advisory. We encourage clients to consider our AML Advisory Services for tailored guidance in designing and maintaining a compliant AML framework. Clients who engage us for both services benefit from:
Looking for more than AML? Explore our legal advisory in Romania for general counsel, contracts, and corporate support services.
Whether you are new to the Romanian market or preparing for an AML regulatory audit, our team offers actionable, tailored support.
Need help launching a business? Visit our company Incorporation in Romania or start-up advisory in Romania pages to see how we support foreign investors and new ventures from day one.
145 Calea Victoriei, 1st floor, 1st District, 010072, Bucharest, Romania
About Accace
Accace is a proactive consultancy and outsourcing partner who bridges the gap between needs and solutions. Combining smart and streamlined technology with a holistic approach, we provide an all-round care to clients and consider their matters as our own. With over 800 experts and approximately 2,000 customers, we have vast experience with facilitating the smooth operation and growth of small to large-scale, global businesses.
About Accace Circle
Accace operates internationally as Accace Circle, a co-created business community of like-minded BPO providers and advisors who deliver outstanding services with elevated customer experience and erase the borders of service delivery. Covering over 60 jurisdictions with more than 7,000 professionals, we support over 80,000 customers, mostly mid-size and international Fortune 500 companies from various sectors, and process at least 800,000 pay slips globally.
