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I. What is a TCSP License?

A TCSP License, which stands for "Trust or Company Service Provider License," is a statutory license issued by the Hong Kong Companies Registry under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (Cap. 615).

License Validity Period: Typicall...

I. Regulatory Basis and Common License Types

The Money Service Operator (MSO) license is issued by the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (Cap. 615 of the Laws of Hong Kong). Any person operating a money service business ...

I. Common License Types (Classes of Business)

Hong Kong insurance broker licenses are categorized by the classes of business the applicant intends to operate. Applicants must specify the class(es) when applying:

I. Common Licence Types and Their Uses

Under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) classifies financial services into 10 types of regulated activities, each corresponding to a specific licence. Below are the common licence types and their p...

I. Basic Concepts and Eligibility

1. What is a Hong Kong Insurance Broker License?
• It refers to a statutory permission issued by the Insurance Authority (IA) of Hong Kong, allowing a licensed entity or individual to operate an insurance brokerage business in Hong Kong. Insurance brokers represent the int...

I. License Basics and Regulatory Requirements

1. What is a TCSP License?
• The TCSP (Trust or Company Service Provider) License is a statutory license required under the Hong Kong Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance (AMLO). It is issued by the Hong Kong...

I. MSO License Basics

1. What is a Money Service Operator (MSO) License?
   This is a statutory license issued by the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department. Any business wishing to operate money exchange or remittance services in Hong Kong must obtain this license. Generally speaking, ...

Table of Contents

1. Basic Membership Information
2. Transfer Process and Timeline
3. Buyer Qualifications and Requirements
4. Financial and Capital Requirements
5. Documents and Application Materials
6. Fees and Costs
7. Ongoing Responsibilities After Purchase
8. Common Risks and Precautions

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A. Basic Concepts and Scope of Application