Seychelles Forex Licence for Sale — FSA Securities Dealer
Forex and CFD brokers in Seychelles are licensed as Securities Dealers by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) under the Securities Act 2007. Acquiring a licensed dealer is usually much faster than a new application.
What the licence permits
A Securities Dealer licence allows a firm to deal in securities and derivatives, including FX and CFDs, for clients. It is supervised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) Seychelles. A full Securities Dealer licence requires minimum capital of USD 50,000, and licensees must maintain local substance, including a Seychelles office and compliance officer.
Change-of-control approval
Acquiring a Seychelles-licensed Securities Dealer requires FSA approval for any change of qualifying ownership. The FSA assesses the fitness and propriety of the incoming shareholders and directors and the source of funds. Buyers should confirm with specialist advisers whether approval is needed before completion for their specific transaction structure.
Typical timeline
The FSA typically processes straightforward change-of-control applications within 4 to 8 weeks. A fresh application takes approximately 3 to 6 months from a complete submission. In both cases the timeline depends on how complete the filing is: incoming shareholders and directors should have certified identity documents, CVs, proof of address, source-of-funds evidence and a business plan ready before the application is submitted.
Ongoing obligations after completion
A Seychelles Securities Dealer pays an annual licence fee to the FSA, files audited financial statements and must keep its capital above the regulatory minimum at all times. It must also maintain AML/CFT controls, keep client money separate from its own funds and notify the FSA of changes to its directors, shareholders and key officers. Buyers should budget for local staff, office, audit and compliance costs, not only the purchase price.
What to check in due diligence
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Seychelles FX License — Own MT5, PSP, EMI & Bank Account
- Jurisdiction
- Seychelles
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- Securities Dealer License — FX / CFD
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- Seychelles FX Broker — Full Infrastructure
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Seychelles FX License — Bank Account & PSP, Partial Debt Disclosed
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- Seychelles
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- Securities Dealer License — FX / CFD
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- Seychelles FX Broker — Bank Account & PSP
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Seychelles FX License — MT4 & MT5, USD 4M Client Book (Japan & LATAM)
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- Seychelles
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- Securities Dealer License — FX / CFD
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- Seychelles FX Broker — Operational with Client Book
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Seychelles FSA Securities Dealer — Regulated Shell with Bank Account for Sale
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- Seychelles
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- Securities Dealer (Seychelles FSA) — Securities Act 2007
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- Empty Shell — No Clients, No Liabilities, Active ABSA Bank Account
Compliance verified
Frequently asked questions
What licence does a forex broker need in Seychelles?
A Securities Dealer licence from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) Seychelles under the Securities Act 2007.
What is the minimum capital for a Seychelles Securities Dealer?
USD 50,000 for a full Securities Dealer licence.
How long does FSA change-of-control approval take?
The FSA typically processes straightforward change-of-control applications within 4 to 8 weeks.
How long does a new Seychelles forex licence application take?
Approximately 3 to 6 months from submission of a complete application.
Do I need local staff in Seychelles?
Yes. Licensees must maintain local substance, including a Seychelles office and a compliance officer.