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Central Bank imposes financial sanctions on six hawala providers — money transfer operators

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed financial sanctions on six hawala providers for regulatory violations. The sanctions affect money transfer operators and informal remittance businesses operating in the UAE. Affected providers must cease non-compliant operations immediately and comply with all CBUAE directives.

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What to do
If you operate a hawala or informal money transfer service, verify your compliance status with CBUAE immediately. Cease any non-compliant activities and contact the Central Bank for guidance on remediation.

Source

“The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed financial sanctions on six hawala providers for regulatory violations. Affected providers must cease non-compliant operations immediately and comply with all CBUAE directives.”

— Central Bank of UAE, 10 Jun 2026

Source: Central Bank of UAE — official 10 Jun 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Central Bank of UAE →

This is a plain-language summary, not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a UAE-qualified professional and the original source.

Quick answers

What do I need to do?

If you operate a hawala or informal money transfer service, verify your compliance status with CBUAE immediately. Cease any non-compliant activities and contact the Central Bank for guidance on remediation.

Who issued this?

Central Bank of UAE (UAE).

When was it announced?

10 Jun 2026.

Where can I read the original?

Read the original at Central Bank of UAE: https://www.centralbank.ae/en/news-and-publications/news-and-insights/press-release/cbuae-imposes-financial-sanctions-on-six-hawala-providers-operating-in-the-uae/

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