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Implementing the Fourth Money Laundering Directive: beneficial ownership register

We're seeking views on how to meet the requirement to maintain a central register of beneficial ownership information.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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This discussion paper outlines possible approaches to the transposition of section 30 of the Fourth Money Laundering Directive. This covers the requirement for EU member states to maintain a central register of beneficial ownership information of corporate and other legal entities in their territory.

This will be of interest to:

  • companies and legal entities
  • professional advisers and service providers for companies and legal entities
  • others with an interest in who controls or influences companies and legal entities
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