Vanuatu offers a proportionate supervisory framework for firms engaged in financial intermediation and related services. The SDL regime focuses on transparency, AML/CTF controls and operational governance. We assess suitability and help align your internal policies with local requirements.
There is no need to assign permanent staff to the Vanuatu office
The share capital is not blocked and can be used for business need
Moderate amount of reporting
The ability to provide a full range of financial services
Helps legally get round the restrictions in financial trade in most countries
No limitations of clients you can accept
Brokerage services
Lending services
Forex services
Services related with payment systems and electronic money
Estonia provides a modern EU-aligned framework for businesses working with digital assets and blockchain solutions. The focus is on transparency, AML/CTF controls and consumer protection. We help you evaluate scope and build procedures that align with supervisory expectations.
Providers of a service of exchanging a virtual currency against a fiat currency, including cryptocurrency
Providers of a virtual currency wallet service for cryptocurrency storage
No requirements for specialized reporting
Cryptocurrency transactions and mining are defined as financial services, so these transactions are not subject to VAT
Income tax is calculated only when dividends are paid
Exchange of virtual currency for fiat currency (also in reverse)
Exchange virtual currency for another virtual currency
Storing virtual currency on behalf of clients
Transfer of virtual currency between wallets
Cyprus, through CySEC, applies an EU-aligned capital-markets framework (MiFID II) with strong investor-protection standards. Firms supervised under CySEC benefit from pan-European recognition and a mature regulatory environment.
No income tax for foreigners
Developed legislation
Government fee only 4000 EUR
Licence is quoted in all EU countries
Execution with clients funds
Conducting your own transactions
Investment consulting and services
Currency exchange (if it is related to investment activities)
Underwriting of financial instruments
Granting loans or borrowings for transactions in financial instruments
A license from CySec is a guarantee of the broker's reliability and investor protection
CySec is responsible for securities underwriting, stock exchange supervision and broker regulations
The ability to check the validity of the license online
Curaçao provides a structured compliance environment for interactive entertainment operators. The framework emphasises integrity, AML/CTF controls and responsible operations under the Gaming Control Board (GCB). We advise on governance, controls and onboarding steps.
This type of license has been granted for a long time and is well quoted on world markets
Many global, large companies operate with this license. As a result good reputation of jurisdiction and many opened international possibilities
No division into types of gambling
No personal presence required
Banks are considering license as a White Label
Legal opportunity to open an online casino, betting business or any other gabling type