The ACAMS United Kingdom Chapter was formally established on 14 March 2011. The objective of the chapter is to support ACAMS in its mission to advance the professional knowledge, skills and experience of those dedicated to the prevention and detection of money laundering.

In addition, the chapter will:

• Provide a United Kingdom perspective and input into regional and international standards for the detection and prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing
• Provide networking platforms through which AML/CTF professionals collaborate with their peers throughout the United Kingdom
• Deliver United Kingdom focused member events