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Investment Business License Application in the British Virgin Islands (BVI)

At EMEA GFC, we are pleased to assist you in obtaining an Investment Business License under the Securities and Investment Business Act, 2010 (SIBA) in the British Virgin Islands (BVI).

 

With our expertise, we can guide you through the application process to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements set by the BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC).

Investment Business Licenses

Under SIBA, entities wishing to carry out regulated investment business in the BVI must seek approval from the FSC. The following investment business categories are available for application:

Ongoing Compliance Requirements for Investment Business License Holders

Once your Investment Business License is granted, it is essential to maintain ongoing compliance with BVI regulations. These obligations include:

  • Maintaining a minimum of two directors at all times, one of whom must be an individual.
    Appointing an external auditor and an authorized representative approved by the FSC.
    Submitting an annual return, annual compliance report, and annual AML/CTF report by March 31st each year.
    Preparing and submitting audited financial statements by June 30th each year.

 

Application Process

The company is first incorporated with the Registry of Corporate Affairs. Once all required application documents are submitted, the licensing application under the Securities and Investment Business Act will be filed with the Director of Investment Business at the BVI Financial Services Commission. This will be accompanied by the necessary documents and applicable fees. 

Documents Required for Investment Business License Application

To apply for an Investment Business License in the BVI, the following documents are required:

Why Choose EMEA GFC?

At EMEA GFC, we specialize in assisting businesses through the process of obtaining an Investment Business License in the BVI. With our deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and commitment to your success, we provide comprehensive support throughout the application process and beyond.

Get in touch with us today to begin the process of obtaining your Investment Business License in the British Virgin Islands. We are here to help you navigate the steps efficiently and ensure compliance at every stage.