If you’re thinking of applying for FCA authorisation, this guide should give you a good idea of what’s involved. It doesn’t contain legal, regulatory or accounting advice. If that’s what you need, please speak to the appropriate specialist. But if you need someone to help you get authorised, you’ve come to the right place.
 
Contents
 
PLANNING FOR AUTHORISATION
Considerations
Where do we start?
How should we tackle the process?
What should we be thinking about during the planning phase?
Money Matters
What costs will we face?
What are the capital requirements?
People and Premises
Is there a minimum number of staff we need to have at authorisation?
Will I have to sit exams?
Do I need premises before submitting the FCA application?
The Application Process
What does a typical application pack consist of?
What compliance documents will we need?
What happens when we’ve submitted our application?
What questions might we face?
How long will the application take?
 
COMPLETING THE APPLICATION
1. The MiFID authorisation form
2. The FCA MiFID annex
3. The list of members of the management body
4. The MiFID (IT) assessment form…
5. The relevant fees and levies supplement and checklist
6. Additional supplements (if required)
7. Controllers forms
8. Approved persons forms
9. Disclosure of Significant events appendix
 
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