Circular 26-1 (SD): Launch of the Anti-Money Laundering / Counter-Terrorist Financing Compliance Self-Assessment Form
Key Actions for Members:
- Completion of the AML/CTF Compliance Self Assessment Form (“AML/CTF Form”): All law firms are required to complete the mandatory AML/CTF Form.
- Submission deadline: 02 March 2026
- Relevant assessment period: 01 January 2025 – 31 December 2025
- Submissions must be made online only; email or postal submissions will not be accepted.
- Online link to the AML/CTF Form is available on the Law Society AML website under the “AML/CTF Compliance Self Assessment Form” tab.
- FAQs and a sample AML/CTF Form are available under the AML/CTF Compliance Self Assessment Form” tab on the Law Society’s website to assist in completion.
- After clicking the “Submit” button, you will receive a confirmation email acknowledging successful submission.
- Register for Training and Information Session: The Law Society will hold two online training sessions in early 2026 to guide members on completing the AML/CTF Form.
- Two information sessions are scheduled for 14 January 2026 and 6 February 2026.
- Members can register via: Law Society App or Hong Kong Academy of Law website.
- Contact for Queries: Please call at +852 3958 2394 or Email: aml@hklawsoc.org.hk.
For details, please read The President’s Letter – P020126, dated 2 January 2026, and Circular 26-1 (SD)
