# What is the CDD process?

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**Category:** UAE\
**Tags:** compliance, edd, cdd, aml\
**Created:** [September 15, 2024, 10:23am UTC](https://www.amlfaqs.com/t/what-is-the-cdd-process/53 "2024-09-15T10:23:11Z")\
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What is the CDD process?

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The step-by-step customer due diligence process involves the following:  
• KYC identification and verification  
• Name screening against local and international AML sanctions list  
• Risk profiling of customers  
• Adverse media screening  
• Ongoing monitoring  
• Reporting suspicious transactions  
• Keeping records of documents acquired during the CDD process.