CySEC AML · Chapter 2 · 8 exam questions

Chapter 2: Understanding Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Sanctions

How illicit funds move through the financial system, how terrorism is financed, and how financial sanctions regimes operate.

8 out of 40 questions

20% of the exam

High weight chapter

What this chapter covers

The key concepts tested in Chapter 2.

1

The three stages of money laundering: placement, layering, integration

2

Terrorist financing and how it differs from money laundering

3

Predicate offences and typologies

4

Financial and economic sanctions regimes

5

The FATF and international AML/CFT standards

How to approach this chapter

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This is a high-weight chapter — allocate more study time here. After studying, drill practice questions immediately while the material is fresh. Target 90%+ on this chapter before moving on.

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Chapter 2 — FAQ

Common questions about this chapter and its exam weight.

How many questions does CySEC AML Chapter 2 carry?
Chapter 2 — Understanding Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Sanctions — accounts for approximately 8 out of 40 questions in the CySEC AML exam (around 20% of the total). Note: the official CySEC syllabus allows for slight variation of up to ±2 questions per chapter between exam sittings.
What topics are tested in CySEC AML Chapter 2?
Chapter 2 covers: The three stages of money laundering: placement, layering, integration; Terrorist financing and how it differs from money laundering; Predicate offences and typologies; Financial and economic sanctions regimes; The FATF and international AML/CFT standards.
Should I prioritise Chapter 2 in my CySEC AML revision?
Yes — Chapter 2 is one of the highest-weighted chapters with approximately 8 exam questions. Allocate proportionally more study time here and aim for 90%+ accuracy on practice questions before moving on.
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