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FSP/ADLA License Applications

Full-service FAIS/ADLA license applications for foreign financial services providers. We handle Categories I, II, IIA, and IV—plus the specialized requirements for Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASPs) and OTC Derivative Providers (ODPs).

Unlike generalist consultants, we don't hand you a checklist. We prepare your complete application package, anticipate FSCA/SARB queries before they're raised, and manage all regulatory correspondence until approval.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• License category assessment and recommendation

• Key Individual qualification review and gap analysis

• Business plan development to FSCA/SARB standards

• Compliance manual and policy framework creation

• Fit and proper documentation compilation

• Application submission and query management

• FSCA liaison through to license issuance

IDEAL FOR:

Foreign fintechs, crypto platforms, FX brokers, and asset managers seeking FSCA/SARB authorization.

Banking Facilitation

The license is useless without a bank account. South African banks are notoriously risk-averse with foreign entities—especially in crypto and derivatives. We leverage two decades of banking relationships to break the "catch-22" that strands most foreign applicants.

We don't guarantee account opening (no one can). But we position your application correctly, introduce you to relationship managers who understand your business model, and advocate on your behalf through the due diligence process.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Bank selection strategy based on your business model

• Introduction to pre-vetted relationship managers

• Application documentation preparation

• FICA/AML compliance positioning

• Due diligence support and advocacy

• Multi-currency account structuring guidance

IDEAL FOR:

Any foreign entity that needs South African banking—especially those rejected elsewhere or told to "try again with a license."

Corporate Establishment (Turnkey)

Foreign companies can't simply "open a branch" in South Africa. You need CIPC registration as an External Company, a resident Public Officer, a registered office, and often a locally resident director. Most compliance consultants ask you to "bring this sorted" before they'll help with licensing.

We handle it all. Through our network of fiduciary partners, we provide the complete corporate infrastructure a foreign entity needs to operate legally in South Africa.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

External Company registration with CIPC
Resident Public Officer appointment
Registered office address
Nominee director services (where appropriate)
Corporate secretarial support
Annual compliance filings

Treasury & Operational Frameworks

The FSCA and SARB FINSURV are rejecting applications not for bad intent, but for lack of "operational ability." Template compliance manuals don't cut it anymore—especially for CASPs and ODPs.

Our backgrounds in FX, treasury, and derivatives mean we build the technical documentation that proves you can actually run the business: stress test frameworks, liquidity models, custody procedures, and risk management systems that satisfy the regulator's most rigorous assessments.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Stress test and scenario analysis frameworks

• Liquidity coverage ratio modeling

• Crypto custody and flow-of-funds documentation

• Capital adequacy calculations

• Business continuity and succession planning

• Penetration testing coordination

• Operational risk management frameworks

IDEAL FOR:

CASP , ADLA and ODP applicants who've been rejected or withdrawn due to "operational readiness" concerns.

Key Individual Services

Every FSP needs an FSCA-approved Key Individual who meets fit and proper requirements. For foreign entrants, finding—or becoming—a qualified KI is often the biggest hurdle.
Our founding partner is an FSCA-approved Key Individual for Categories I and II. We can serve as your interim KI while you establish operations, or coach your appointed personnel through the qualification and approval process.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:
• Interim Key Individual appointment (where appropriate)
• KI qualification gap analysis
• Regulatory Exam preparation support
• Fit and proper documentation
• FSCA approval management
• Transition planning to permanent KI

IDEAL FOR:
Foreign entities whose executives don't meet South African KI requirements, or who need experienced oversight during the establishment phase.

Application Recovery Program

Over 120 CASP applications have been withdrawn after FSCA feedback revealed fundamental gaps. If your application was declined, withdrawn, or is stuck in limbo—we can help.

We conduct a forensic analysis of what went wrong, rebuild your operational documentation to FSCA standards, and manage your re-application with the specific gaps addressed.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Detailed gap analysis of previous application

• FSCA feedback interpretation

• Operational documentation rebuild

• Re-application preparation and submission

• Direct engagement with FSCA on outstanding queries

IDEAL FOR:

CASPs and ODPs who've been declined or withdrawn and want a second chance done right.