PUBLIC FINANCIAL BUSINESS REGISTER
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IFSA VERIFY
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PUBLIC DIRECTORY
Explore a selection of approved records currently available in the public register.
HOW IT WORKS
The process is designed to make requirements visible and verification status easy to understand.
See the full processCreate a business account with a work email and your core company details.
Submit supporting documents and verify your phone, email, company, and domain.
Eligible approved businesses receive a searchable public record and verification mark.
INVESTOR PROTECTION
Review recent warnings before sending funds or sharing personal information.
The Financial Conduct Authority has warned that Client.octopus-firm.com is an unauthorised clone firm impersonating FCA-authorised Octopus Investments Limited.
Read alertThe Financial Conduct Authority has warned that shardcreditpartners.uk is an unauthorised clone firm using the details of authorised businesses to contact potential victims.
Read alertThe Financial Conduct Authority says DARIKCOIN.INFO is unauthorised and may be targeting people in the UK with financial services or products.
Read alertIFSA UPDATES
Guidance, announcements, and developments from the authority.
The European Securities and Markets Authority’s latest newsletter outlines its 2027 work programme, digital innovation priorities, T+1 settlement preparations and proposed MiCA changes.
Read update
The Securities and Exchange Commission has excluded certain inter-affiliate and non-U.S. repo transactions from the scope of its U.S. Treasury central clearing requirements, subject to conditions and limits.
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ESMA has advised the European Commission to narrow certain Taxonomy reporting metrics and simplify group-level disclosures under the EU Taxonomy Disclosures Delegated Act.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
The International Financial Services Authority (IFSA) is an independent regulatory body responsible for licensing, supervising, and regulating financial services firms operating under its jurisdiction. IFSA’s mandate is to promote financial integrity, market transparency, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection within the financial services industry.
Any entity conducting regulated financial services activities within or from IFSA’s jurisdiction must obtain the appropriate license prior to commencing operations. This may include brokers, investment firms, asset managers, payment institutions, and other financial intermediaries.
The duration of the licensing process depends on the completeness of the application, the complexity of the proposed business model, and the responsiveness of the applicant. On average, the process may take several weeks to a few months following submission of all required documentation.
Minimum capital requirements vary depending on the category of license and the nature of financial activities being conducted. Applicants must demonstrate adequate financial resources to ensure operational stability and client protection.
Yes. Foreign companies may apply for authorization, provided they meet IFSA’s regulatory standards and comply with any local establishment or representation requirements set forth under applicable regulations.
MARKET BRIEF
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START WITH CONFIDENCE
Search by license number for an approved IFSA record, or begin your firm's verification application.
