SCUML Certificate Registration

SCUML Certificate Registration

NGN50,000.00

Register for Your Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) Certificate with EFCC

SCUML registration is mandatory for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) within three months of starting operations. Let SplashDict’s experts handle your SCUML Certificate Registration in Nigeria seamlessly.

  • Filing of SCUML Registration with EFCC.
  • All preparation and submission fees included—no extra charges (SCUML registration itself is free).
  • Receive your SCUML Certificate reflecting compliance status.
  • Quick Turnaround: Processing time of 5 to 30 working days.

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Key Features of SCUML Registration

  • SCUML Overview: The Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML), operating under Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), is tasked with enforcing Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations.

  • Legal Mandate: SCUML registration is compulsory for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs)—also referred to as Designated Non-Financial Institutions (DNFIs)—as stipulated by the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

  • Who needs SCUML: Businesses requiring a SCUML certificate include dealers (e.g., cars, jewelry, luxury goods, precious stones/metals, mechanized farming equipment), financial service providers (e.g., accountants, audit firms, tax consultants, clearing/settlement companies), real estate professionals (e.g., agents, developers, surveyors, valuers), hospitality operators (e.g., hotels, casinos, supermarkets), legal practitioners (e.g., law firms, notaries), construction companies, consultants, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other entities like pool betting, lottery businesses, mortgage brokers, and trust/company service providers.

  • Proof of Compliance: A SCUML certificate confirms that your business operates legally and is not involved in money laundering or terrorism financing.

  • Banking Access: A SCUML certificate is essential for DNFBPs/DNFIs to open and maintain corporate bank accounts in Nigeria.

  • Risks of Non-Compliance: Failing to register can lead to hefty fines, penalties, and the inability to operate bank accounts, jeopardizing your business’s survival.

  • Corporate Bank Account: A SCUML certificate is required to open a corporate bank account for DNFBPs.

  • Comprehensive Database: SCUML maintains a database of DNFBPs to monitor and combat financial crimes.

SCUML Registration Requirements

  • For Limited Liability Companies (All Sectors): CAC Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum and Articles of Association (MEMART), Status Report (or CAC 1.1, CAC 7,  CAC 2), and FIRS Tax Identification Number (TIN) printout are required.

  • For Business Names (All Sectors): CAC Certificate of Registration, Status Report (or Form BN-01), and FIRS TIN printout are required.

  • Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs): For Standard NPOs, CAC Certificate of  Incorporated of Trustees, Constitution, TIN or tax exemption printout, and a cooperation agreement for international NPOs are required; while for Limited by Guarantee (LTG/GTE), CAC Certificate of Incorporation, MEMART, Status Report (CAC 1.1 or CAC 7 and CAC 2), and FIRS TIN printout are required.

  • Sector-Specific Add-Ons: Car Dealers require AMDON registration; Hotels need HOFA, state association, or NTDC registration; Casinos/Pools/Lottery need a National Lottery Commission or State Lotteries Board license; Audit Firms require an ICAN, ANAN, or ACCA certificate plus BVN and bank details; Tax Consultants need an ICAN, ANAN, ACCA, or CITN certificate; Accounting Firms require an ICAN, ANAN, or ACCA certificate; Estate Surveyors/Valuers need an NIESV or NIQS certificate; Clearing & Forwarding require CRFFN registration; Precious Stones/Metals need a Ministry of Solid Minerals permit, geologist license, NEPC or NIPC registration, and BVN with bank details; Law Firms require a Call to Bar or Legal Practicing certificate; Consulting Companies need a relevant consulting certificate.

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Benefits of SCUML Registration

  • Regulatory Approval & Recognition: Demonstrates your business’s commitment to complying with Nigeria’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) laws.

  • Uninterrupted Operations: Compliance through SCUML registration ensures your business runs smoothly without legal or regulatory interruptions.

  • Access to Opportunities: Many government contracts, partnerships, and international dealings require proof of AML/CFT compliance, which SCUML registration provides.

  • Risk Mitigation: By aligning with SCUML standards, your business reduces the likelihood of unintentional involvement in financial crimes, protecting your assets and reputation.

  • Customer Confidence: Clients feel more secure engaging with a SCUML-registered entity, knowing it’s vetted against money laundering and terrorism financing risks.

  • Long-Term Financial Security: Ensures continued access to essential banking services, preventing disruptions that could impact business cash flow and operations.

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Obtain Your SCUML Certificate in Nigeria

Here's how SplashDict's Chartered Secretaries can assist you:

  • SCUML Registration Filing: We file your business’s SCUML registration with the EFCC on your behalf.

  • Documentation: We manage all required documents.

  • Transparent Pricing: Registration is free through SCUML, and our service fees have no hidden charges.

  • Quick Turnaround: Receive your SCUML certificate within 5 to 30 business days.

  • Continuous Support: We assist with future compliance and statutory needs.

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