General Application Requirements and Processes
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Phone: +1 (246) 421 2142
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Fax: +1 (246) 421 2146
Overview
The Financial Services Commission (the Commission) of Barbados serves as the regulatory authority overseeing the non-bank financial services sector, including entities such as credit unions, insurance companies, mutual funds, securities market actors, and occupational pension plans. In accordance with the Financial Services Commission Act, 2010-21, the Commission is mandated to supervise and regulate these entities to ensure the stability and integrity of Barbados' financial system.
This guideline provides information on the requirements and procedures for obtaining a licence or registration to operate within the non-bank financial services sector in Barbados. It encompasses the general criteria for eligibility, the application process, requisite documentation, and expected timeframes for processing applications. Applicants are advised to review this document in conjunction with other relevant guidelines issued by the Commission.
Checklists
Checklist - Initial Registration - Self Regulatory Organisations
Checklist - Initial Registration - Securities Company, Broker, Trader
Checklist - Initial Registration - Pensions
Checklist - Initial Registration - Mutual Fund
Checklist - Initial Registration - Mutual Fund Administrator
Checklist - Initial Registration - Dealers, Investment Advisers, Underwriters
Checklist - Initial Registration - Credit Union
