Authorisations

Our function

The Authorisations and Innovation Division is the sector of the Commission responsible for assessing, reviewing and decision-making in respect of applications to conduct supervised financial services business.

Communication with Authorisations

We welcome open and transparent communication with applicants: to be informed enables effective, timely decisions to be made.

Contact the Authorisations Team

To find out more about applications, please contact us. Authorisations, Guernsey Financial Services Commission, Glategny Court, Glategny Esplanade, St Peter Port, GY1 3HQ
+44 1481 712706

Our People

View the Authorisations and Innovation Division's organogram.

New Applicants

The following information outlines key features that we will assess when an application pack is received. Understanding the application process will aid effective and timely processing.

Banking Applications

All banking applications are processed by the Banking and Insurance Division.

Fiduciary Applications

The fiduciary sector in the Bailiwick covers a broad range of services although some exemptions to licensing apply.

Insurance Applications

Applications for Licenced Insurers, Insurance Managers and Insurance intermediaries.

Investment Applications

The investment sector in the Bailiwick provides a broad range of services including investment advice....

Prescribed Business Applications

Applications for prescribed businesses.

Application Forms

Access to the industry sector application forms is available here.

Lending, Credit and Finance Applications

Applications will cover a broad range of activities.

Director Registration Regime

Information regarding the Director Registration Regime and the application process