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High-Value Dealer (HVD)

A high-value dealer is a business that trades in goods involving transactions over €10,000 (approximately £8,500).

A high-value dealer is a business that trades in goods involving transactions over €10,000 (approximately £8,500).

Traditionally referring to cash transactions, the scope now includes electronic payments, impacting luxury sectors such as interior design, art, jewellery, and antiques. HVDs must register with HMRC and follow stringent AML requirements.

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