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Applying for direct authorisation
The FCA need to ensure that your firm has the skills, resources and expertise to manage the risks associated with running your own directly authorised business.
threesixty have helped hundreds of firms gain authorisation from the FCA and can provide you with all the assistance you are likely to require.
What we do
We will begin by explaining what’s involved in becoming directly authorised so you have a good understanding of your future responsibilities, costs and the commitment required. We will talk with you about the structure of your business and what you will need to consider for direct authorisation. Our team will discuss with you what is involved with completing the application process so you can plan the time that will be required and brief the people you will need to help you. We will also discuss how our ongoing compliance support service can help you to manage risk in the future.