eStralux Certified AML & Due Diligence Specialist (eCADS)

Our eStralux Certified AML & Due Diligence Specialist (eCADS) certification program, issued by the eStralux Compliance Association, is a comprehensive, globally recognized course designed to equip you with in-depth expertise in due diligence and end-to-end KYC practices. This program covers essential international KYC standards, regulatory compliance practices, and the entire KYC lifecycle. From customer due diligence to name screening, you will gain practical, hands-on experience with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

This is the only certification worldwide offering a complete, end-to-end KYC training experience through comprehensive, video-based demonstrations on an actual KYC tool. Unlike other programs that provide only theoretical content or e-books, eCADS delivers practical insights via pre-recorded sessions, allowing you to observe real KYC processes in action. Once enrolled, candidates gain immediate access to these recorded sessions on our LMS platform. For more information on course topics, please refer to the Curriculum section for a detailed syllabus.

With the eCADS certification, you’ll become a certified KYC and due diligence specialist, prepared to excel in compliance roles worldwide. Join our internationally acclaimed program to advance your career in financial compliance and stand out as an expert in KYC and due diligence.

Enrollment Procedure and Exam Format

Enrollment Procedure:

1. Visit Website: Go to the eStralux website, select the eCADS certification, and add it to your cart.
2. Enter Details: Provide your name and contact information on the Cart page.
3. Place Order & Pay: Complete your payment using debit/credit cards, QR code, net banking, or other available options.
4. Instant Access: After payment, receive a confirmation email and immediate access to the eCADS study materials and course guidelines.

Exam Format:

• Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Questions: 50
• Duration: 50 minutes
• Passing Score: 75%

This structured certification ensures you’re fully prepared to handle the complexities of KYC and due diligence compliance on a global scale, with recognition from the eStralux Compliance Association.

Training Syllabus:

Understanding of 10 different entity types in KYC along with attributes sourcing

• Private Limited Entity
• Regulated Entity
• Government
• State Owned Entity
• Publicly Listed Entity
• Investment Fund
• Trust
• Limited Partnership
• Limited Liability Partnership
• Charities

KYC Attributes definition and sourcing

Basic Attributes

• Legal Name
• Previous Names
• Trade/Business Names
• Company Registration Number
• Date of Incorporation
• Entity Status
• Legal Form
• Registered Address
• Principal Place of Business
• Nature of Business
• NAICS
• SIC
• LEI
• AVOX ID
• Constitution Document (e.g., COI, MOA, AOA, Trust Deed, LP Agreement, LLP Agreement)
• Proof of Regulation
• Proof of Listing
• Source of Funds
• Source of Wealth

Key Individuals

• Names of Directors
• Names of Shareholders and UBOs (25% – Low and Medium Risk)
• Names of Shareholders and UBOs (10% – High Risk)
• Names of Limited Partners
• Names of General Partners
• Names of LLP Members
• Names of Designated Members
• Names of Trustees
• Names of Beneficiaries
• Source of Wealth of UBOs
• Source of Wealth of Settlor
• Source of Wealth of Limited Partners
• Source of Wealth of Designated Members

Identification and Verification (ID&V)

• ID&V of UBOs (High Risk)
• ID&V of C-suite if there is no UBO (High Risk)
• ID&V of Beneficiaries (High Risk)
• ID&V of Settlor (High Risk)
• ID&V of Limited Partners (High Risk)
• ID&V of Designated Members (10% – High Risk)

Name screening

• Politically Exposed Person (PEP)
• Adverse Media
• Sanctions
• Discounting factors in name screening
• Impact of PEP, Adverse Media and Sanctions on case level
• Escalation procedure to FCC
• FCC approval on high risk screening factors

Various Due Diligence types

• Standard Due Diligence
• Minimum Due Diligence
• Enhanced Due Diligence

Comprehensive risk assessment factors

• Geographic risk factors
• Industry risk factors
• Entity type risk factors
• Screening Risk Factors

LMS access to watch recorded sessions and MCQs assessment

• 1 year access for course along with updated materials
• MCQs assessment after each session
• WhatsApp support number through out the week for text queries
• e-book for KYC interviews preparation

Live KYC processed focusing on entities based in the United Kingdom and the USA

• Live KYC on private limited company based in US and UK
• Live KYC on Investment fund entity type based in USA

International Regulations

• BSA Act
• Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
• Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA)
• USA Patriot Act
• FATF Guidelines
• Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
• Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
• Correspondent Banking
• Tax Haven Countries
• Shell Companies
• Structuring and Smurfing
• Offshore Banking
• Bearer Shares

Note: Once course is completed, email us at contact@estralux.com to get the credential ID along with certificate.