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Fintech & Blockchain
Forex broker licensing, crypto company formation, and investment fund structuring. The regulatory landscape moves fast — we’ll tell you where it stands right now.
Fintech has outgrown the buzzword phase. Forex brokers, crypto exchanges, payment providers, and fund managers all need regulated structures — and the jurisdictions they choose define what markets they can access, what partners will work with them, and how much runway they burn on compliance.
We’ve been setting up forex brokerages and fund structures since before the term “fintech” existed. The landscape has shifted dramatically — new crypto frameworks, tighter AML requirements, and regulators that didn’t exist five years ago. What hasn’t changed is that the right jurisdiction and structure still depend entirely on your business model, your target market, and your capital.
Forex, crypto, funds — the technology changes, but the licensing fundamentals don’t. Get the structure right first, then scale.
We handle the full chain: company incorporation in the right jurisdiction, licence application, banking and payment processing setup, and ongoing compliance. Whether you’re launching a forex brokerage, structuring an investment fund, or setting up a blockchain company, we’ve done it before and we’ll tell you exactly what to expect.
The right licence depends on what you’re building
A forex brokerage, a crypto exchange, and an investment fund all need different structures in different jurisdictions. We’ll match you to the right one.
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Belize Forex License
No tax on foreign profits, $500K charter capital, and strong privacy protections. A cost-effective entry point for forex brokerages.
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Low capital requirements at $50K, rapid approvals, and increasingly popular with forex and CFD brokers worldwide.
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Zero-tax jurisdiction with lower capital requirements than Belize or Seychelles. Also supports binary options licensing.
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The world's second-largest fund jurisdiction. Incubator and approved fund structures with authorisation in as little as 2 days.
Learn moreAnjouan Forex License
Zero-tax jurisdiction with zero capital requirements. Most popular licensing jurisdiction.
Learn moreCommon questions about fintech licensing
What’s the difference between a forex broker licence and a crypto exchange licence?
A forex broker licence authorises you to offer leveraged trading in currency pairs (and often CFDs), while a crypto exchange licence covers the buying, selling, and custody of digital assets. Some jurisdictions — like Seychelles — allow a single licence to cover both activities. Others require separate authorisations. The capital requirements, compliance obligations, and reporting standards differ significantly between the two. We’ll tell you which jurisdictions let you combine activities and where you’ll need separate structures.
How much capital do I need to start a forex brokerage?
It depends entirely on the jurisdiction. Belize requires $500,000 in charter capital. Seychelles requires $50,000. Vanuatu has lower capital requirements than Belize, though the exact amount depends on your business model — we’ll give you the current figure during consultation. Beyond the regulatory minimum, you’ll also need working capital for technology, liquidity providers, and payment processing setup. We’ll give you a realistic total budget — not just the licence fee — so there are no surprises after you’ve committed to a jurisdiction.
Can I accept crypto payments with a forex licence?
In most jurisdictions, a standard forex licence doesn’t automatically permit you to accept cryptocurrency as a deposit method. Some regulators allow it with additional conditions or a supplementary licence. Others prohibit it entirely. The answer depends on where you’re licensed and how your payment infrastructure is structured. We can advise on which jurisdictions are crypto-friendly for forex brokers and what additional approvals you may need.
What’s the fastest way to launch an investment fund?
The BVI’s incubator fund structure can be authorised in as little as 2 days, making it the fastest route to market for emerging fund managers. It allows you to operate with up to 20 investors while you build a track record, then convert to a full approved fund when you’re ready to scale. Other jurisdictions like Cayman and Malta offer fund structures too, but with longer setup timelines and higher ongoing costs. We’ll help you choose the right structure based on your investor base, strategy, and growth plans.
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