Ready-to-customise Word documents designed for small Australian conveyancing practices. Based on the AUSTRAC Conveyancing Starter Kit — adapted so you don't have to start from scratch.
Three documents
Your AML/CTF Program must be documented and approved before 1 July 2026. These three templates cover the core requirements for small practices.
Your high-level policy document — the "what and why" of your AML/CTF program. Sets out your obligations, risk appetite, roles and the principles your practice follows. Needs senior manager approval before 1 July 2026.
Download Part A TemplateYour operational CDD document — the "how" for staff. Step-by-step procedures for identifying clients, verifying identity, screening for PEPs and sanctions, and applying the right CDD timing rules for purchases, sales and transfers (including auctions).
Download Part B TemplateA structured risk assessment worksheet across all five risk categories including the conveyancing-specific trust account risk category. Document your exposure, controls and overall risk rating. Your AML/CTF Program must be based on this assessment.
Download Risk AssessmentThese templates are designed to complement the AUSTRAC Conveyancing Starter Kit, not replace it. We recommend downloading the official AUSTRAC materials first, then using these templates to document and record your completed program. The AUSTRAC Starter Kit is available at austrac.gov.au. These templates do not constitute legal advice — seek independent advice if required.
What's inside
Each template is pre-populated with content relevant to conveyancing practices — so you're filling in gaps, not writing from scratch.
Risk assessment
The risk assessment worksheet covers every category required under the reformed AML/CTF Act — including the trust account risk category that is specific to conveyancing practices.
Download Risk AssessmentHow to use these templates
Download, customise and approve before 1 July 2026. Then upload your completed documents into the SimpleAML app to keep everything in one place.
Open each template in Microsoft Word. Fill in your practice name, ABN, AMLCO details and state of operation. Review each section and adapt the pre-drafted content to reflect how your practice actually operates. Delete anything that doesn't apply and add anything specific to your circumstances.
Your AML/CTF Program (Parts A and B) must be based on your risk assessment — so complete the risk assessment worksheet first. Use the AUSTRAC Conveyancing Starter Kit alongside it. Your controls in Part B should respond directly to the risks you've identified.
Once customised, have your principal conveyancer or a senior manager review and sign off on Part A. Then upload both documents into the SimpleAML app under the AML/CTF Program tab to record the approval date and keep your compliance evidence in one place.
Key deadlines: Your AML/CTF Program must be in place before 1 July 2026. AUSTRAC enrolment opens 31 March 2026 and must be completed by 29 July 2026. Once enrolled, record your compliance activities in the SimpleAML app from 1 July 2026 onwards.
The SimpleAML app walks you through every step — practice profile, staff vetting, training, risk assessment, program approval and AUSTRAC enrolment. Free, browser-based, no account required.
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