The Compliance Department in banks is committed to implementing the most important international and local compliance standards, establishing policies and procedures, and organizing an appropriate guidance manual while following a dynamic approach based on the prevailing situation. 

The role of the Compliance Department is to ensure that banks comply with all the laws, regulations, and directives issued by the Central Bank of Iraq and other governmental entities in Iraq and abroad, including international institutions. The department provides advice and guidance, monitors, and reports to the Compliance Committee and the Board of Directors on the extent of the bank's compliance, according to the instructions stipulated in Article (71). 

The scope of the Compliance Department's work includes defining the organizational structure of the Compliance Unit and the roles and responsibilities of its employees. The department ensures that the bank complies with all legislative and regulatory requirements issued by the Central Bank of Iraq and relevant supervisory authorities. It also ensures the bank's compliance with internal work procedures related to the compliance function, guarantees adequate supervision, and submits periodic reports on the Compliance Unit's operations within the bank. 

Furthermore, the department ensures that quarterly reports are sent to the Central Bank on time and monitors the work of all the bank's departments accurately, ensuring proper oversight. The department also reviews account files opened in the bank to ensure the correct application of the Know Your Customer (KYC) policy.