SCUML Registration

Overview

Navigate the complexities of Special Control Unit against Money Laundering (SCUML) registration with Taria Hub. Our dedicated registration services are designed to assist businesses in complying with anti-money laundering regulations in Nigeria. We ensure that your business meets all legal requirements necessary to operate within the financial regulations of the country.

Importance of SCUML Registration

SCUML registration is mandatory for businesses operating within designated non-financial sectors that are prone to risks associated with money laundering and terrorism financing. Registering with SCUML not only helps in preventing the misuse of the business sector for money laundering but also enhances business transparency and trustworthiness.

Who Needs SCUML Registration?

It is required for businesses and organizations in designated non-financial sectors that are identified as vulnerable to being used for money laundering activities. The entities that require SCUML registration include:

  • Dealers in luxury goods
  • Dealers in jewelry
  • Importers and dealers in cars or any other automobile
  • Hotels and other hospitality businesses
  • Tax consultants
  • Audit firms
  • Casinos, pools betting, and other lottery businesses
  • Accountants and accounting firms
  • Consultants and consulting companies
  • Clearing and settlement companies
  • Trust and company service providers
  • Estate surveyors and valuers
  • Dealers in real estate, estates developers, estate agents, and brokers
  • Dealers in precious stones and metals
  • Dealers in mechanized farming equipment and machinery
  • Construction companies
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Mortgage brokers
  • Practitioners of mechanized farming

Additionally, the following non-profit organizations also require a SCUML certificate in Nigeria:

  • Clubs
  • Associations
  • Humanitarian/Charity organizations
  • Religious/Faith-based organizations

Showcase of Our Success

We are proud to have successfully registered a diverse range of businesses for SCUML compliance. Here are a few examples:

Process of SCUML Registration

  1. Initial Consultation: Discuss your business operations and determine your requirements for SCUML registration.
  2. Document Preparation: Collect and prepare all necessary documents such as proof of business registration, identification documents of the business owners, and detailed description of business activities.
  3. Submission and Monitoring: Submit the application along with the documents to the relevant SCUML authority and monitor the process until completion.
  4. Finalization: Receive your SCUML certificate, confirming your business’s compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.

Timeframe

The SCUML registration process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the completeness of the documentation and the response time of the regulatory authorities.

Required Documentation

To proceed with SCUML, you will need:

  • Business Registration Certificate: A copy of your company’s registration certificate from the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
  • Identification of Directors: Valid government-issued ID for each director.
  • Proof of Address: Utility bills or similar documents showing the business address.
  • Description of Business Activities: Detailed explanation of what your business does.

For businesses seeking to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and enhance their operational credibility, Taria Hub’s SCUML Registration Services provide an essential solution. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey to SCUML compliance.

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