Define the perimeter
Map your proposed activities and business model before identifying potential authorisation routes.
02 / Licensing
Financial services licensing consultancy
Support for EU and offshore licensing projects, from jurisdiction selection to application coordination and regulator liaison.
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A practical,
considered approach.
Prepare the application
Coordinate the business plan, governance information, policies and supporting documentation required for your application.
Manage the dialogue
Support responses to regulator queries and follow-up requirements. Application decisions and timing remain with the relevant authority.
Understanding the service
EMI, PI, CASP and investment firm applications
Apex Pro’s licensing offering includes electronic money institutions (EMIs), payment institutions (PIs), crypto-asset service providers (CASPs), investment firms and offshore licensing projects. The appropriate route depends on the intended activities and the jurisdiction; not every category will be available or suitable in every market.
Preparing for a licensing discussion
Describe the services you intend to provide, your target customers and markets, the proposed ownership and governance structure, and your current stage of preparation. Jurisdiction selection should be considered alongside company formation and ongoing compliance.
Can you guarantee a licence or an approval date?
No. The relevant authority decides whether to grant authorisation and controls its review timetable. Scope, preparation and potential dependencies can be discussed, but an approval or fixed outcome cannot be promised.
Scope shaped around your circumstances
Jurisdiction, business activities and applicable professional requirements determine the support available. Deliverables, responsibilities and fees are confirmed in an engagement agreement. No regulatory approval or specific outcome is guaranteed.
Connected expertise
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