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Malta Gaming Authority urges gaming operators to engage with AMLA's consultations on new EU anti-money laundering technical standards affecting the sector.
Mar 2, 2026 · 4 min read
The Malta Gaming Authority has called on licensed operators and industry stakeholders to actively participate in critical public consultations launched by the EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) on three draft Regulatory Technical Standards that will reshape AML compliance across the gaming sector.
The consultations cover comprehensive AML requirements spanning customer due diligence procedures, transaction monitoring criteria, and reporting obligations for material weaknesses. These technical standards emerge from the broader EU AML Package, representing a significant shift toward unified, risk-sensitive legislation across member states.
The consultation process encompasses draft RTS issued under Article 28(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2024/1624, also known as AMLR) concerning customer due diligence requirements. Additionally, AMLA seeks feedback on draft RTS under Article 19(9) of the same Regulation regarding criteria for identifying business relationships, occasional and linked transactions, and the determination of lower thresholds.
The third consultation addresses draft RTS issued under Article 53(10) of the Anti-Money Laundering Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/1640, referred to as AMLD6) relating to reporting material weaknesses in AML systems.
Regulatory Impact Notice
These draft RTS consultations represent the first comprehensive opportunity for gaming operators to directly influence EU-wide AML compliance frameworks that will govern both online and land-based gambling operations across all member states.
The consultations mark a pivotal moment as AMLA extends its focus to non-financial sectors, explicitly including gaming operations. This represents the first comprehensive opportunity for gaming operators to influence technical standards that will directly govern their AML compliance frameworks.
MGA emphasizes that early engagement proves essential, noting that well-informed industry input can help ensure resulting technical standards remain proportionate and responsive to sector-specific risks affecting both online and land-based gambling operations.
AMLA has established distinct deadlines for consultation responses. Stakeholders must submit feedback on the draft RTS under Article 53(10) of AMLD6 by Monday, 9 March 2026. The consultation period for draft RTS under Articles 28(1) and 19(9) of the AMLR extends until Friday, 8 May 2026.
The authority directs stakeholders to AMLA's designated submission portals for accessing draft texts and providing formal feedback. MGA also invites operators to share written feedback directly with the regulator to inform its ongoing engagement on these matters.
| Draft RTS Reference | Regulation | Consultation Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Article 53(10) | AMLD6 | Monday, 9 March 2026 |
| Articles 28(1) & 19(9) | AMLR | Friday, 8 May 2026 |
The consultation process reflects the EU's transition toward more unified AML legislation, moving away from fragmented national approaches. For gaming operators, this represents both an opportunity to shape future compliance requirements and a critical moment to ensure operational realities inform regulatory development.
MGA stands ready to discuss sector-specific concerns with authorized persons seeking clarification on draft technical standards or their potential operational implications.
Stakeholders must submit feedback on draft RTS under Article 53(10) of AMLD6 by Monday, 9 March 2026. The consultation period for draft RTS under Articles 28(1) and 19(9) of the AMLR extends until Friday, 8 May 2026.
The consultations cover customer due diligence procedures, criteria for identifying business relationships and transaction monitoring, and reporting obligations for material weaknesses in AML systems. These standards will directly reshape AML compliance across the gaming sector.
This marks the first time AMLA has extended comprehensive focus to non-financial sectors including gaming operations. Well-informed industry input can help ensure the resulting technical standards remain proportionate and responsive to sector-specific risks.
According to Malta Gaming Authority.
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