Membership at ARIFAC
India’s Industry Platform for Financial Crime Prevention
ARIFAC (Alliance of Reporting Entities in India for AML/CFT) brings together organizations across India’s financial and digital ecosystem to strengthen capabilities, enable collaboration, and align approaches to financial crime prevention.
Membership is designed for reporting entities and ecosystem stakeholders seeking to engage in industry consultations, capacity building, and knowledge sharing aligned with AML/CFT frameworks.
Important Clarification
ARIFAC is an industry initiative operated by IAMAI and does not function as a regulator or supervisory authority. Membership does not confer any regulatory status, approval, or compliance certification.
What Membership Enables
ARIFAC membership provides access to a structured ecosystem focused on capability building and collaboration:
- Participation in industry consultations and closed-room discussions
- Access to AML/CFT training and certification programs
- Inclusion in working groups and knowledge forums
- Access to typologies, insights, and industry best practices
- Ability to nominate employees for training and certification pathways
- Access to verification of certified professionals (where applicable)
- Pricing discount on Learning Programs
Membership Process
Five simple steps to join India’s premier AML/CFT ecosystem.
Submit Application
Start by submitting your formal membership application.
Review & Approval
ARIFAC reviews the application for alignment and eligibility.
Onboarding
Complete necessary formalities and documentation.
Fee Payment
Payment of the applicable membership fees.
Activation
Full access to ARIFAC platforms, programs, and forums.
Submission of an application does not guarantee membership. Approval is subject to ARIFAC’s review and discretion.
Member Responsibilities
Members are expected to maintain the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and compliance:
- Maintain confidentiality of discussions and shared information
- Ensure compliance with applicable AML/CFT laws and regulatory obligations
- Avoid misuse of ARIFAC platforms, forums, or affiliation
- Act in good faith and contribute constructively to industry discussions
Members must not disclose sensitive regulatory or transaction-related information, including Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR)-related discussions or any confidential compliance data.
Validity & Renewal
- Membership is valid for a defined period as specified during onboarding
- Membership is subject to renewal in accordance with ARIFAC policies
- Access may be restricted upon expiry until renewal is completed
Fees & Participation
Membership categories and applicable fee structures are published separately and may be updated from time to time. Additional fees may apply for training programs, certifications, and specialized events.
Apply for Membership
Join ARIFAC to be part of India’s evolving financial crime prevention ecosystem.
Contact ARIFAC Secretariat
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Disclaimer
ARIFAC membership is intended for industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building. It does not substitute regulatory compliance obligations under applicable laws. ARIFAC does not provide legal or regulatory advice.